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Lead Travel Writer @NerdWallet
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[Hiring] Lead Travel Writer @NerdWallet

Oct 16, 2024 - NerdWallet is hiring a remote Lead Travel Writer. 💸 Salary: $89,000 — $168,000 usd. 📍Location: USA.

Are you enthusiastic about travel and helping people make the most of their points and miles? At NerdWallet, we believe in empowering our readers with the knowledge they need to lead richer lives, and as a Lead Travel Writer, you’ll be at the forefront of that mission. You'll join a team of writers and editors dedicated to creating high-quality, insightful content that helps millions of people maximize their travel rewards. NerdWallet offers a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment where you’ll be encouraged to explore new ideas, innovate and grow alongside the company.

This role will report to the Assigning Editor for Travel.

Where you can make an impact: 
  • Write compelling travel rewards content: Craft articles that offer original insights on how readers can best use their points and miles from credit cards and airline/hotel loyalty programs.
  • Shape content strategy: Experiment with new content types, optimize key pages and find innovative ways to engage our travel-hungry audience.
  • Show strong thought leadership: Analyze industry trends, report on program changes and share your travel expertise.
  • Collaborate with the team: Work closely with editors, fellow writers and the data quality team to maintain compliance and ensure our content remains fresh and informative.
  • Be a travel reporter: Go on reporting trips and deliver articles based on firsthand experience. Write fast-turnaround stories when needed.
Your experience:

We recognize not everyone will meet all of the criteria. If you meet most of the criteria below and you’re excited about the opportunity and willing to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

  • 5+ years of editorial experience, with at least 3 years writing about travel rewards.
  • Expert-level knowledge of credit card, airline and hotel loyalty programs.
  • A demonstrated ability to write compelling, insightful articles.
  • Passion for experimenting with different content formats, such as podcasts and video.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience taking ownership and driving results.
Where:
  • This role will be remote (based in the U.S.).
  • We believe great work can be done anywhere. No matter where you are based, NerdWallet offers benefits and perks to support the physical, financial, and emotional well being of you and your family.
What we offer:

Work Hard, Stay Balanced (Life’s a series of balancing acts, eh?)

  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
  • Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Time Off + 13 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
  • New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
  • Mental health support through Headspace 
  • Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar 
  • Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
  • Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
  • Weekly Virtual Bootcamp, Yoga, and Mindfulness Meditation sessions
  • Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

Have Some Fun! (Nerds are fun, too)

  • Nerd-led group initiatives – Intramural Sports, Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
  • Hackathons, Happy Hours, and team events across all teams and departments
  • Company-wide events like Little Nerds Day (aka bring your kids to work day, even if you're remote!) and our annual Charity Auction 

Lifestyle (Be your best self - we’ll take care of the details)

  • Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Donate to your favorite causes with a company match
  • Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy 
  • Anniversary recognition program – choose from different items and experiences
  • Commuting stipend 

Plan for your future (And when you retire on your island, remember the little people)

  • 401K with company match
  • Annual Enrichment Stipend for learning and development
  • Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
  • Access to Rocket Lawyer for online legal support and resources 

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

NerdWallet is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, so all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. 

NerdWallet will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and the San Francisco Fair Chance Act, which requires this notice.

NerdWallet participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify program for all US locations. For more information, please see:

  1. E-Verify Participation Poster (English+Spanish/Español)
  2. Right to Work Poster (English) / (Spanish/Español)

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Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

The pay range for this role is
$89,000$168,000 USD
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