Columnist

Mediaite is Hiring a Conservative Columnist

Mediaite is looking to expand its staff by hiring an ambitious, energetic, right-leaning columnist. Our staff runs the ideological gamut (and indeed, we are ALSO looking for a left-leaning columnist right now), but this particular position is tailored for a right-leaning writer. You would be covering all the latest news from the White House to cable news studios in New York, and writing opinion pieces using all of the tools of digital storytelling.

In the end, you are a media critic. You will be read by the most important people in media and politics.

If you think you have what it takes and want to drive the news cycle, then we want to talk to you.

Requirements:

• An in-depth knowledge of the world of news, politics and media, including online personalities, major cable and broadcast networks, leading columnists, and general thought-leaders.
• Ability to write with speed and craft headlines.
• Ability to find stories bubbling up in the conservative media world before they have been widely reported.
• A clear understanding of how Twitter, Facebook, user-generated content, and viral videos are shaping the news cycle.
• Strong news judgment and an eye for underreported content and ideas. Can you find the nugget of interest that no one else has focused on?
• Ability to handle writing a high volume of columns and news stories.

Location:
Remote

Salary:
$50,000-$100,000 - depends on experience

To Apply:

• Send us an email (jobs@mediaite.com) with your resume and cover letter explaining why you’re suited for the position. Please include links to articles you’ve written or edited, and 3 sample column pitches. (Make sure your pitches are timely and have a distinct media angle: A headline and a paragraph fleshing out your idea will suffice.)