Staff Writer Position Available In New York, New York

SheFinds Media is looking for a speedy Staff Writer to join our editorial team. The position is on a contract basis for the first 90 days, with the opportunity to become full-time (with benefits) after that. Are you a talented, passionate writer who wants to inspire women to live their best lives? SheFinds is seeking a Staff Writer to join their team and cover a range of women’s lifestyle topics daily from celebrity news, fashion finds, beauty, wellness, and life hacks. Candidates should have previous editorial internships and/or entry-level positions and writing clips. Ours is a start-up culture where delivering results and having tenacity are key. The right person will move up in the organization. The ideal candidate shares our company’s

Core Values:

being Adaptable, having Ownership, being Ambitious, being a Problem Solver, and using Direct Communication. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to get loads of published experience – whether you’re switching careers or right out of college. We only consider qualifying candidates who are US citizens residing in one of the following states – Connecticut, Florida, New York, or Pennsylvania.

The Staff Writer will:

Write 8+ posts a day on topics including wellness, beauty, fashion, celebrity, tech, food, and other women’s lifestyle topics. Pitch stories and take assignments from editors. File short (1 hr) and long (1 wk) lead stories with compelling copy, clever web-friendly headlines, and arresting images. Monitor story performance (clicks and social engagement). Create custom content for specific referral sources and traffic partners. Monitor weekly top content using Google Analytics and pitch new stories accordingly. Staff Writer Responsibilities Thoroughly research assigned subject matter Conduct interviews with any relevant sources Write clear and concise articles, blog posts, etc. Proofread and edit your work Work closely with editors to make necessary changes Stay knowledgeable on current events Establish and maintain relationships with media/PR professionals Attend meetings to receive new assignments Staff Writer Requirements Relevant experience as a Staff Writer, Journalist, or similar position BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time management skills Advanced editing skills Portfolio preferred but not required