Billboard: Staff Writer

Billboard is looking for a skilled and dynamic Staff Writer to join our editorial team. This role calls for a deeply passionate, curious, and knowledgeable journalist who can report, write, and package stories across social platforms that uncover and analyze the biggest narratives shaping the music industry and culture today.

Requirements

• Write timely and engaging articles, including breaking news stories, features and interviews across a variety of music genres and industry topics.
• Break exclusive stories and offer fresh perspectives on the evolving landscape of music, from business developments and cultural trends to key releases and artist profiles.
• Develop and maintain an extensive network of sources, including artists, executives, industry insiders, and publicists.
• Stay deeply informed on the latest happenings in music, ensuring Billboard’s coverage is both comprehensive and authoritative.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to pitch, shape, and execute high-impact stories, aligning with Billboard’s audience and brand priorities.
• Work closely with Billboard’s social and video teams to ensure stories are promoted effectively and thrive across platforms.
• Participate in artist interviews (in-person, virtual, or at events), red-carpet coverage, and industry events as needed.
• Monitor Billboard’s proprietary charts and data, integrating relevant insights into coverage when applicable.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment without compromising accuracy or creativity in your work.

Benefits

• PMC-Paid Healthcare
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match
• Flexible Vacation Policy
• Pet Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Mortgage discounts
• Other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials