[Hiring] Temporary Town & Country Writer @Hearst

Role Description

Town & Country is looking for a sharp, nimble digital writer to tell timely stories about college life, admissions, campus culture, and the people and trends shaping the next generation. You’ll bring strong reporting instincts, thoughtful storytelling, and a keen understanding of T&C’s audience to stories that inform, engage, and spark conversation.

Key Responsibilities

• Report and write timely, engaging digital stories about college life, admissions, campus culture, and emerging trends.
• Identify and develop compelling story ideas that align with Town & Country’s voice, audience, and editorial priorities.
• Research and fact-check stories using credible sources, original reporting, and strong editorial judgment.
• Interview students, educators, experts, cultural figures, and other relevant sources to bring depth and perspective to coverage.
• Turn around accurate, polished stories on deadline while balancing speed with thoughtful reporting.
• Collaborate with editors and fellow writers to refine ideas, strengthen stories, and meet digital publishing needs.
• Monitor cultural conversations and news developments to identify timely opportunities for coverage.
• Write with digital audiences in mind, creating compelling headlines, framing, and storytelling that encourage meaningful engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in digital journalism, editorial writing, reporting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong writing, reporting, research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills.
• A demonstrated ability to write engaging stories quickly and accurately on deadline.
• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to distinguish compelling, relevant stories from passing trends.
• A keen interest in college life, admissions, youth culture, education, and the people and ideas shaping the next generation.
• Familiarity with digital publishing, audience-focused storytelling, and evolving media trends.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with editors and colleagues while also working independently.
• A sharp understanding of Town & Country’s voice, audience, and editorial sensibility.
• This is a fully remote role.

Compensation

The base salary range below is the Company's good-faith estimate for this position in the posted work location at the time of posting. Final starting salary will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, certifications, education, location and market considerations.

• Base Salary Range: $50 — $50 USD