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Penske Media Corporation · 18 hours ago

Rolling Stone: Culture and Travel Reporter

New York - New York City Office

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$80K/yr - $100K/yr

PMC is a leading global media and information services company, and they are seeking a Culture and Travel Reporter for Rolling Stone. This role involves exploring and uncovering the untold stories of America's diverse communities through compelling multimedia storytelling, including video, written features, and photography.

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Responsibilities

Travel across the United States to explore unique and underrepresented communities, subcultures, and regional histories

Research, pitch, and develop original story concepts — with depth, not just aesthetics

Produce engaging, narrative-driven content in your voice and perspective: video, written features, photography, or a combination of formats

Interview local voices — chefs, artists, elders, historians, bartenders, drag queens, urban cowboys, etc

Collaborate with our editorial and production teams to shape each story for publication across platforms (YouTube, social, site, podcast, etc.)

Cover everything from food to folklore, music to migration, grit to ghost stories

Qualification

Editorial content productionDocumentary filmmakingStorytellingCultural sensitivityInterviewing skillsMultimedia content creationOn-camera presenceLanguage proficiency

Required

Is a natural storyteller with a journalistic mind and a creative heart

Has experience producing editorial or documentary-style content (video, written, or audio)

Can build trust and rapport with communities quickly and respectfully

Thrives in unfamiliar places and knows how to find the story beyond the surface

Understands the difference between cultural appreciation and exploitation — and has a deep respect for authenticity

Is comfortable being on-camera (or voicing) if needed, but doesn't need to be the star

Can work independently and isn't afraid to wander off the beaten path

Preferred

Speak multiple languages

Have a background in journalism, anthropology, filmmaking, or cultural studies

Know how to shoot and edit your own content

Have a unique voice or on-camera presence that people connect with

Benefits

PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match

Company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials.

Flexible Vacation Policy