The Daily Beast · 5 hours ago
Reporter, Beauty & Wellness
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $65K/yr
1+ years expThe Daily Beast is a renowned publication delivering original reporting and sharp opinions. They are seeking a full-time reporter for The Looker, focusing on beauty, health, wellness, and longevity, responsible for pitching and writing engaging stories.
Online Media
Responsibilities
Pitch and write beauty, health, and wellness stories (news, features, interviews) that matter to our audience and write intelligent, engaging copy
Produce clean, concise, and accurate copy in a fast-paced environment
Identify fresh angles and cultural moments that separate us from other outlets
Hit deadlines and stay on top of assignments, including timely news hits, service/evergreen content, and long-lead features
Incorporate SEO and analytics data into reporting when necessary, and without sacrificing voice or impact
Identify appropriate experts and original sources for stories, and be comfortable making calls and conducting interviews as necessary
Uphold journalistic ethics and adhere to The Daily Beast’s rigorous standards
Represent the Daily Beast at brand events and build relevant relationships in the industry
Request and catalogue product samples as needed
Applicants should be comfortable collaborating with our social team and appearing in videos to promote stories as needed
Qualification
Required
1–3 years of experience reporting for a major publication or outlet
A strong curiosity about topics that impact how people live, feel, and look
Excellent writing and reporting skills, with the ability to balance voice and authority
An understanding of the role of visuals and video in health, wellness, and beauty storytelling
Familiarity with digital publishing and content management systems
Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to proactively identify and troubleshoot challenges
Preferred
Experience covering wellness, beauty, and/or health is a plus
Company
The Daily Beast
Independent. Irreverent. Intelligent.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lindsey Levy
President, Advertising & Partnerships
Reid Webb
Director, Commerce Partnerships
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