Digital News Writer-Editor, People (Remote or New York)

Digital News Writer-Editor, People (Remote or New York)

Editorial/ContentUnited States

This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with Dotdash Meredith. The Agency
Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency
reporting their earnings for tax purposes.

PEOPLE is currently hiring a Digital News Writer-Editor to work on our AM news team across all of our verticals (both celebrity and non-celebrity) Mondays-Fridays, during the set hours of 6 AM – 2 PM EST. Guaranteed 40 hours a week.

This is a fast-paced news operation covering stories about entertainment, crime, human interest, society and culture and lifestyle topics. The writer-editor must be able to handle a high volume of content, and juggle editing and writing.

The candidate should have excellent news judgement. They should feel comfortable conducting interviews with high-profile subjects and pivoting between various content types, and be familiar with daily news topics.

At least 3 years experience writing for a news website in a high-velocity environment required. Experience at a national news brand preferred.

Location: Remote

Pay rate: $35

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance.

Dotdash Meredith is Americas largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.