Atlas Obscura seeks a talented Senior Editor/Writer to join our team.

As a publication geared toward off-beat stories from the realms of science, history, culture, and travel, Atlas Obscura's editorial work covers any subject that’s filled with wonder, surprise, and a strong sense of place. This Senior Editor/Writer will be tasked with helping manage our workflow, editing, and writing, with a particular focus on bringing in a diverse group of global voices to Atlas Obscura. We want our editors to combine a magazine sensibility, news judgment, and digital media savvy.

You’ll edit everything from short articles to deeply reported feature stories, write stories of your own, and collaborate on a wide range of current and upcoming initiatives, including special packages, our award-winning podcast, and more. Atlas Obscura is a fully remote company that encourages exploration, so the role only requires reliable internet access and the ability to work within the United States and Canada.

We will be accepting applications through May 15.

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing, assigning, and editing articles that distinguish Atlas Obscura’s journalism.
• Recruiting freelance writers and commissioning stories.
• Writing original reported stories.
• Managing budgets.
• Managing special projects.
• Working closely with senior editorial staff on long-term planning.
• Other editing and/or managerial responsibilities as needed.
   

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate:

• A minimum of five years of experience in digital journalism, including editing and managerial experience.
• Outstanding instincts for what makes a great story.
• Top-notch editing skills, from pre-draft coaching to line edits.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to multitask on several projects and regular duties at once.
• Familiarity with content management systems and story production.
• Passion for Atlas Obscura’s mission of instilling a sense of wonder about the world.
   

You’ll Get Noticed If:

• You have tons of great ideas for how Atlas Obscura can cover more of the world in exciting and fresh ways.
• You have a deep bench of talented writers.
• You have facility with both quick-turnaround news stories and long-form features.
• You have a sense of humor and work well with others.
• You’re comfortable working in a remote environment.
   

Salary range for this position is $78–82k, and includes equity. Benefits for full-time employees include family health, dental, and vision plans, and a generous vacation policy. At Atlas Obscura we believe exploration is for everyone and encourage diverse applicants. We are committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment.

About Atlas Obscura

Atlas Obscura is an award-winning travel company founded in 2009. Widely celebrated for building the definitive, community-driven guide to the world's hidden wonders, the company also creates insightful journalism, offers unique online and in-person experiences, produces once-in-a-lifetime trips, and has published two New York Times bestselling books with more than a million copies in print. Atlas Obscura has been nominated for National Magazine Awards, a James Beard Award, and Webby Awards. In 2020, it was named one of Inc. 5000’s fastest growing companies, and in 2023 was named as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.

Please apply here with a résumé, cover letter, and three work samples (links or PDFs).

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