Staff writer, society

Posted On: November 16, 2016

Journalism Job

Media Organization: Demograf

Company Description

Demograf is a publisher of thought-provoking commentary and analysis. We cover politics, culture and metropolitan lifestyles. We are committed to reaching a diverse, sophisticated audience by amplifying voices that are underrepresented in the media today.

Job Description

Demograf, a New York based digital media startup, is looking for staff writers to cover politics and society for a sophisticated audience.

Our society staff writers will cover issues such as civil rights, criminal justice, environmental preservation, education, healthcare, immigration, gun violence, racial relations, gender discrimination and income inequality.

As a staff writer at Demograf, your job will be to come up with inspired story ideas on a daily basis and to follow through with compulsively readable stories. To do this job well, you’ll need intellectual curiosity, a strong point of view and a knack for capturing readers’ attention.

Qualified candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree, a demonstrated talent for writing and familiarity with the topics we cover.

We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, generous paid leave and a casual work environment in Soho in lower Manhattan.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter explaining why you think you’re a good candidate for this position, your resume and at least three samples of your work related to politics and society to jobs@demograf.com. Make sure you pick your best work, as your candidacy will be evaluated primarily on your portfolio. Promising candidates will be asked to complete a writing project for assessment.