Dotdash Meredith · 4 hours ago
Writer-Reporter, Current Events
New York, NY - 225 Liberty Street
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $68K/yr
2+ years expDotdash Meredith is seeking a Writer-Reporter for Current Events who will be supervised by the Executive Editor of Hard News. The role involves pitching, reporting, and writing stories across various platforms, focusing on personality-driven current events within government and other Hard News teams.
AdvertisingDigital MediaPrinting
Responsibilities
Writing stories on deadline across platforms
Reporting stories and conducting interviews
Pitching content
Taking on and organizing special content projects as needed, and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree, preferably in journalism or communications, related field or equivalent training and/or experience
Minimum 2 years experience writing for a high volume, digital news operation
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to work independently
Strong writing and research skills and impeccable journalistic standards
Ability to respond quickly to breaking news
Strong reporting and interviewing skills and the ability to cultivate new sources
Have a passion for the PEOPLE brand
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
Adoption or surrogate assistance
Donation matching
Tuition reimbursement
Basic life insurance
Basic accidental death & dismemberment
Supplemental life insurance
Supplemental accident insurance
Commuter benefits
Short term and long term disability
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Family care benefits
A generous 401K savings plan with a company match program
10-12 paid holidays annually
Generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents)
Pet insurance
Accident
Critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Company
Dotdash Meredith
Dotdash Meredith is a digital and print media company that reaches a vast audience through its diverse portfolio of iconic brands.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$400M2025-06-05Debt Financing· $400M
Leadership Team
Neil Vogel
CEO
Tim Quinn
CFO
Recent News
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