Mic is seeking a creative, part-time politics writer to work remotely. Writers should be able to contribute 3-4 days per week during business hours EST.
Coverage will include pitching and writing news briefs, reported pieces, listicles, and essays around the biggest political news of the day. We’ll cover everything from the 2020 election, to immigration, voting rights/gerrymandering, health care, criminal justice, social justice, infrastructure, and the student debt and housing crises — but always with a voice and angle unique to Mic. You should understand how to translate the news into meaningful commentary that explores the intersection of culture and politics. In other words, this is not a news aggregation job.
Ideal candidates should have at least 2+ years of experience in reporting and/or writing, ideally about politics or news. Most importantly, you should bring a unique perspective with a definitive voice to your work. Please make that clear in your cover letter.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write 2-3 news-pegged stories or timely evergreen pieces per day
- Synthesize information in a way that is digestible and relevant to our audience
- Work well in teams, listen to direction, and pitch in where needed
- Follow Mic style and turn in crystal-clear, conversational copy
- Monitor social media and identify fresh angles on top news stories
Requirements
- 2+ years reporting and writing experience
- Availability to work remotely at least 3 business days per week
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Comfortable covering a wide range of topics
- A strong voice and innovative ideas
Bustle Digital Group (BDG) is one of today’s leading, global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture. Over 82 million readers turn to our brands — Bustle, Elite Daily, Flavorpill Media, Inverse, Mic, NYLON, Romper, The Outline, and The Zoe Report — to hear from a set of diverse voices around the issues and interests engaging the next generation. BDG is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and London.
Please click the button below to apply for the remote job.
Apply Here