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News Writer jobs are open across digital media, broadcast, and print newsrooms, from staff reporter to senior editor and editorial director, with specializations in breaking news, investigative journalism, and multimedia storytelling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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TheTravel is a fast-growing online travel publication, and we're looking for freelance Air Travel News Writers to cover the news that affects travelers' trips.
We're looking for reporters who go to the source. You'll confirm details with airlines and agencies, talk to affected travelers, and explain what each story means for the people flying. Journalists with an aviation or airline background are especially encouraged to apply, as are airline operations professionals who write.
What You'll Do
- Turn breaking air travel news around quickly and accurately, then follow up as stories develop
- Confirm facts with primary sources
- Interview industry contacts and experts to add original reporting to every story
- Track article performance and use the results to sharpen future work
- Follow TheTravel's Editorial Guidelines and work with the Lead Editor to implement feedback quickly
- Meet tight deadlines and submit consistently
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation for strong, consistent performers
- A flexible schedule and fully remote work
- Your byline in front of 8 million monthly visitors
- Clear performance visibility and room to grow as a go-to air travel reporter
Experience and Skills
- 3+ years of news reporting, ideally covering travel, airlines or aviation, or professional experience in the airline or aviation industry (e.g., operations, dispatch, airport operations)
- Strong knowledge of how airlines, airports and air travel rules work
- Proven reporting skills: sourcing, interviewing and verifying facts
- Ability to work quickly under deadline without sacrificing accuracy
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience
- SEO knowledge and experience with a CMS are a plus
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
- Your CV
- A cover letter
- At least one sample article similar in nature to the content published on TheTravel.
Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
TheTravel is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.
Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.
Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.
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TheTravel is a fast-growing online travel publication, and we're looking for freelance Air Travel News Writers to cover the news that affects travelers' trips.
We're looking for reporters who go to the source. You'll confirm details with airlines and agencies, talk to affected travelers, and explain what each story means for the people flying. Journalists with an aviation or airline background are especially encouraged to apply, as are airline operations professionals who write.
What You'll Do
- Turn breaking air travel news around quickly and accurately, then follow up as stories develop
- Confirm facts with primary sources
- Interview industry contacts and experts to add original reporting to every story
- Track article performance and use the results to sharpen future work
- Follow TheTravel's Editorial Guidelines and work with the Lead Editor to implement feedback quickly
- Meet tight deadlines and submit consistently
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation for strong, consistent performers
- A flexible schedule and fully remote work
- Your byline in front of 8 million monthly visitors
- Clear performance visibility and room to grow as a go-to air travel reporter
Experience and Skills
- 3+ years of news reporting, ideally covering travel, airlines or aviation, or professional experience in the airline or aviation industry (e.g., operations, dispatch, airport operations)
- Strong knowledge of how airlines, airports and air travel rules work
- Proven reporting skills: sourcing, interviewing and verifying facts
- Ability to work quickly under deadline without sacrificing accuracy
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience
- SEO knowledge and experience with a CMS are a plus
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
- Your CV
- A cover letter
- At least one sample article similar in nature to the content published on TheTravel.
Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
TheTravel is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.
Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.
Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in news writer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated portfolio of published clips across print or digital outlets
- Proficiency with a content management system such as WordPress or Arc
- AP Style writing and copy-editing accuracy under daily deadline pressure
- Experience with SEO best practices and digital headline writing
- Familiarity with photo editing tools or basic multimedia production
Tips for Your News Writer Job Search
Tailor your clips to the beat
Hiring editors scan your portfolio for relevant clips first. If you're applying to a health desk, lead with health stories. Swap out general-assignment pieces for subject-specific work that matches the role's coverage area.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists news writer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your digital metrics on your resume
Newsrooms now expect data fluency. List actual audience metrics from your bylines when you have them, such as page views, social shares, or SEO rankings, to show you understand how your work performs beyond the publish button.
Target newsrooms by their publishing cadence
A wire-service role demands hourly output. A magazine desk may expect one long-form piece per week. Match your resume's examples to the pace of the outlet you're targeting so editors can see you've done that kind of work before.
Prepare a story pitch for the interview
Many news writer interviews end with an on-the-spot pitch exercise. Walk in with two or three story ideas relevant to that outlet's beat. It signals news judgment and shows you've done real homework on what they cover.
Follow up with a story idea, not just a thank-you
After an interview, send a brief note that includes one fresh story pitch alongside your thanks. It reinforces your editorial instincts at exactly the moment the hiring editor is comparing finalists, and most candidates don't do it.
News Writer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many news writer jobs are remote?
About 100% of news writer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest share in digital-native outlets and newsletter publishers. Breaking news and broadcast roles tend to require on-site presence, while feature writing, editorial commentary, and audience engagement positions offer the most location flexibility.
How do you become a news writer?
Start by building a portfolio of published clips through campus newspapers, local outlets, or freelance assignments. Develop a specific beat so editors can see focused expertise rather than general coverage. Learn AP Style, practice writing to tight deadlines, and study how digital metrics shape story selection at the outlets you want to join.
Can you get hired as a news writer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level news writer roles do exist, and editors often weigh portfolio quality over years on staff. Clips from student publications, community newsrooms, or credible freelance work carry real weight. Applying to smaller regional outlets or digital startups first gives you the bylines and deadline experience that larger newsrooms look for in later hires.
What does the news writer interview process look like?
Most news writer interviews begin with a portfolio review where an editor asks you to walk through two or three clips and explain your reporting process. A writing or editing test is common, often timed to simulate deadline conditions. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with senior editors about news judgment, beat knowledge, and how you generate and pitch stories.
Where can I find and apply to news writer jobs?
You can find and apply to news writer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your beat, experience level, and preferred format, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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