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DMG Media

US Senior Writer

DMG Media, New York, New York, us, 10261


Senior Writer, Mail+

Location:

dmg::media Head Office - New York, NY 10003

Salary:

$80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience

Position:

Permanent

Job Introduction

DailyMail.com is seeking an experienced features writer to join the newly constituted Mail+ team in our New York City office. This is an in-office position and a 9-hour shift Monday to Friday but applicants must be willing to work flexible hours and shifts as news arises.

Your responsibilities will include: Speedily writing 1000-1400 word articles (subject matters will cover celebrity, crime, health, politics and other news-driven topics) Regularly pitching exposs, interviews and traditional feature ideas Working with photo editors to compose images to illustrate articles Building articles in a content management system We are seeking a professional with the following experience:

At least 3-5 years working as a feature writer at a newspaper, news website or magazine Knowledge of the DailyMail.com brand, editorial voice and audience Specific experience covering crime, celebrity, showbiz and/or politics is a plus Knowledge of online research tools

The application should include a short cover letter explaining why you believe you'd be successful in this role and three published pieces that demonstrate your range as a feature writer.