Posted On: August 24, 2016

Fellowship

Media Organization: Atlas Obscura

Company Description

Atlas Obscura is a fast-growing, user-driven media company with a mission to help people experience a sense of wonder and curiosity. We publish articles and videos about the world’s hidden wonders and amazing places. We create real-world events and adventures, turning our online readers into a real-world community of explorers.

We’re building the brand that will define wonder and discovery for our generation.

The New York Times calls us "sublime" and "fabulous." GQ says "We absolutely adore Atlas Obscura."

Job Description

Come be a fellow at Atlas Obscura! We are hoping to hire an editorial fellow to begin September 6, 2016, with the potential for a longer-term commitment.

Do you love history, culture, science, maps? Do you want to spend your days working at a digital media company devoted to exploring the world's hidden wonders? Do you want hands-on experience with a small team?

Work duties will be varied, as this is a start-up, and everyone pitches in. You would get experience writing and producing web stories, working on multimedia projects, and learning about social media strategy.

Some key attributes:
Demonstrated writing and reporting ability
Curiosity
Sense of humor
Passion for AO’s mission of finding and reporting on the coolest things on the planet

Salary. NYC-based job. Both 3-and-6 month stints available, with a preference for those who can stay for six. This is a 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. gig, so no current students with class commitments will be considered.

To Apply

Please apply with a resume and brief note about previous jobs and current passions via http://www.atlasobscura.com/apply