Staff Writer, The New Yorker

Condé Nast • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The New Yorker is seeking a staff writer to contribute deeply reported features, along with essays, commentary, and analysis. The ideal candidate is an experienced journalist who can write with rigor, depth, and clarity on a range of subjects and has a demonstrated ability to produce work that is not only timely but also enduring.

Requirements

• A track record of exceptional writing across the different forms that The New Yorker publishes.
• Demonstrated experience with in-depth reporting, narrative writing, and ideas-driven essays.
• An ability to write with originality, clarity, and precision.
• Familiarity with The New Yorker’s tone, values, and editorial sensibility.
• Comfort working independently, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Willingness to travel for reporting and respond to news events as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Report and write features, essays, commentary, and analysis.
• Pitch original story ideas and respond to editorial assignments.
• Collaborate with newsletter, social media, video, and other digital teams.
• Collaborate with editors throughout the editorial process, from story development to publication.
• Work closely with copy editors, fact-checkers, legal counsel, and production staff to meet The New Yorker’s deadlines and rigorous standards.
• Maintain high ethical standards in reporting and writing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed