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The Writer is a high-impact role reporting directly to the Chief of Staff within the Office of the CEO, with a strong connection to the Dow Jones corporate communications team. This is not a traditional corporate communications role; it is a dedicated "voice" position. You will act as a primary ghostwriter for the CEO, responsible for distilling complex business strategies and personal philosophies into a singular, authentic tone.
The ideal candidate possesses the intellectual curiosity and writing chops of a journalist. You must have the presence to sit in the room with the CEO, the intuition to capture their unique cadence, and the discretion to handle the company's most sensitive information and written communications.
You Will:
- Briefing & Synthesis: Distill complex data and business objectives into clear, conversational briefing materials to prepare the CEO for all internal and external engagements.
- Internal Connection: Draft high-frequency employee updates, "wins" announcements, and monthly internal newsletters that humanize the CEO and align the workforce with our North Star.
- Executive Writing: Script high-stakes speeches, keynotes, panel remarks and talking points that resonate with both elite industry audiences and our global employee base.
- Voice Mastery: Serve as the "keeper of the voice," ensuring every piece of content—from a quick internal note to a LinkedIn post to conference remarks—is indistinguishable from the CEO's own words.
- Ghostwriting: Author opinion and thought leadership pieces, and "Letters from the CEO" that position our leadership at the forefront of the media and business landscape.
- Digital Presence: Working closely with the social media experts within the communications team, manage the CEO's professional social persona (e.g., LinkedIn), crafting posts that feel spontaneous, insightful, and authentic to their personal brand.
- Proactive Social Content Creation: In partnership with the communications team, drive the end-to-end digital roadmap for the CEO, planning content creation before, during and after events and appearances.
- Strategic Research: Conduct deep-dive research on global trends, current events, and media shifts to ensure the CEO is always entering conversations with a differentiated point of view.
You Have:
- 5+ years of writing or journalism experience at a high profile publication or platform. We are specifically looking for an exceptional writer with a background in business or public affairs journalism, high profile alumni publications, or executive writing. This is a unique opportunity to write for the publisher of the world's leading business news publications.
- MS in Journalism or a related field is preferred.
- Exceptional Mimicry: A proven ability to adopt and enhance the specific tone, vocabulary, and rhythm of another person.
- Business Acumen: A sophisticated understanding of global markets, current events, and the nuances of the media industry.
- Extreme Discretion: As a member of the Office of the CEO, you will be privy to pre-public information; exemplary judgment and confidentiality are non-negotiable.
- Agility: The ability to pivot from a formal speech to a casual social post in minutes, often under tight deadlines.
- Presence: Comfortable providing and receiving direct feedback from the CEO.
- Collaboration: Experience and comfort working with editors and multiple stakeholders to craft messaging and writing.
- Logistics: Based full-time (5 days a week) in the New York City office, with the flexibility to travel alongside the CEO as required.
Our Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Education Benefits
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Family Care Benefits
- Commuter Transit Program
- Subscription Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
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Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Business Area: Dow Jones - OCEO
Job Category: Editorial/Journalism
Union Status:
Non-Union role
Pay Range: $85,000 - $105,000
We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. Similarly to salary, for bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.
For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.
This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.
Req ID: 51641
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Writer
Pursue technical writing roles at technology companies
Technical writer positions at companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Salesforce are well-established H-1B categories. These roles require understanding complex technical systems and translating them into documentation, creating a clear specialty occupation argument.
Consider medical and regulatory writing in pharmaceuticals
Medical writers at companies like IQVIA, Parexel, Pfizer, and AbbVie produce clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications. These roles require life science expertise and are strong H-1B candidates because of the specialized knowledge involved.
Position yourself as a UX writer or content designer
UX writing and content design are high-demand roles at tech companies that combine writing skill with user research methodology. Companies like Google, Meta, and Spotify hire UX writers and typically sponsor visas for these positions because they require both linguistic expertise and design thinking.
Build a published portfolio in your subject matter area
A portfolio of published work in a specific domain - whether technology documentation, healthcare communications, or financial content - demonstrates the specialized expertise that strengthens your visa petition. Published bylines, technical manuals, or regulatory documents all count.
Leverage domain expertise over general writing ability
H-1B petitions for writers are strongest when the role requires knowledge beyond writing itself. Emphasize your expertise in the subject matter - software architecture, clinical research, financial regulations - rather than general writing skills. This is what distinguishes a sponsorable specialty role from a generic writing position.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can writers get H-1B visa sponsorship in the U.S.?
Yes, writing roles can qualify for H-1B sponsorship when they require a specialized degree. Technical writing, UX writing, and medical writing have the strongest cases because they clearly require subject matter expertise. Creative writing positions may face more scrutiny since USCIS could question whether a specific bachelor's degree is always required.
What types of writing jobs are most likely to sponsor visas?
Technical writers at technology and engineering companies, medical writers at pharmaceutical firms, and UX writers at major tech companies have the highest sponsorship rates. These roles require specialized domain knowledge - such as software documentation, clinical trial reporting, or interface design - that ties directly to a degree requirement.
Do I need a writing-specific degree for an H-1B as a writer?
Not necessarily, but you need a degree that relates directly to the writing role. A computer science degree supporting a technical writing role, a biology degree for a medical writing position, or an English or communications degree for a content strategy role can all work. The key is demonstrating that the role requires specialized knowledge from a specific academic field.
Can writers qualify for O-1B visas?
Writers with extraordinary achievement in the literary or creative arts may qualify for O-1B visas. Evidence can include published books, significant literary awards, features in major publications, or membership in selective professional organizations. This pathway is more common for established authors and screenwriters than for corporate writers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Writer jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a writer in California will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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