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News Writer
Hearst Magazines
New York, NY, United States
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News Writer, Cosmopolitan.com
Cosmopolitan.com is seeking a driven, voicey, news-obsessed writer to join its news team. This vital role is responsible for identifying on-brand news as soon as it breaks—across a wide variety of topics like celebrity, politics, and pop culture—and pouncing on writing it with a Cosmo voice and POV. The ideal candidate is always the first person to know what’s happening now, can write quickly and cleanly, will eagerly find sources and report stories out past their initial news break, is well versed in celebrity culture, and is strategic about story performance and what ideas will grab our reader most.
This position reports to the deputy editor of news, and works closely with editors across all of Cosmo’s verticals.
Responsibilities:
• Pitch and write news stories, explainers, and interviews across all subjects relevant to Cosmo’s audience
• Constantly be on top of the news cycle and deeply motivated to get ahead of it
• Provide original reporting wherever possible, and yearn to break news as much as report it
• Optimize stories for both search and social to maximize their reach
• Analyze the performance of news stories and strategize future coverage accordingly
Requirements:
• 1-2 years relevant experience covering news at a digital media brand
• A healthy obsession for coverage thereof — if you’re not keeping up with the news all day every day, this is not the job for you
• Strong (and speedy) writing skills, and a voice in line with Cosmo’s brand
• SEO-savvy and an eye for analyzing traffic trends and relevant data
• Ability to multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced newsroom
• A knack for collaboration and strong communication skills
Note: For consideration, resumes must be submitted in .pdf format with a cover letter, salary requirements, and a link to a portfolio of work