NEW YORK, NYPosted 24 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from The Daily Beast, as indicated by the detailed company information and direct application instructions.

• Job overview

  The Reporter, Beauty & Wellness role at The Daily Beast involves covering beauty, health, wellness, and science stories to engage and inform readers, contributing to the publication's award-winning journalism.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The reporter will pitch and write various beauty and wellness stories, produce accurate copy under deadlines, identify unique angles, incorporate SEO, interview experts, uphold journalistic ethics, and collaborate with social media teams.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $55,000 to $65,000 with potential variation based on location, experience, and performance; additional benefits are not specified.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need 1-3 years of experience in beauty, health, or wellness reporting, strong writing and reporting skills, digital publishing familiarity, and organizational skills; curiosity about lifestyle topics is essential.

• Work environment and culture

  The Daily Beast values diversity and inclusion, promotes journalistic ethics, and encourages applicants from varied backgrounds to apply, reflecting a supportive and dynamic newsroom culture.

• Company information

  The Daily Beast is an independent digital news outlet with over 20 million monthly readers, known for original reporting and sharp opinions in politics, culture, and world news.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based on-site in New York, New York, United States.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and 4-6 writing samples or portfolio pieces as part of the application process.

• Unique job features

  This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, award-winning newsroom with a focus on emerging trends and multimedia storytelling in beauty and wellness.

Company overview

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a prominent organization dedicated to advocating for Black journalists and media professionals. Founded in 1975, NABJ focuses on providing training, support, and networking opportunities to enhance the careers of its members. The organization generates revenue through membership fees, sponsorships, and events such as their annual convention, which is one of the largest gatherings of journalists in the country. NABJ is committed to increasing diversity in newsrooms and ensuring fair representation of Black communities in media coverage.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your experience and passion in beauty, health, and wellness journalism, emphasizing your ability to pitch and write engaging, accurate stories that resonate with diverse audiences.

• Focus on showcasing your skills in interviewing experts, understanding scientific studies, and spotting emerging trends in beauty and wellness, as well as your comfort with digital publishing and social media engagement.

• Apply through multiple platforms including the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) corporate site, The Daily Beast’s official careers page, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current reporters, editors, or team members in the beauty and wellness division at NABJ or The Daily Beast; use ice breakers like commenting on a recent article they wrote or asking about their experience covering emerging wellness trends.

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