Temporary Town & Country Writer

About the role

Be Part of What’s Next

Town & Country is looking for a sharp, nimble Temporary 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.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

We create media that moves minds, products and ideas. Our portfolio of 30 iconic brands — including Cosmopolitan, Delish, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Men’s Health and Road & Track — reaches nearly 130 million people each month. Our teams combine trusted journalism and cultural storytelling with technology, data and commerce to create experiences that inform, inspire and entertain audiences across generations and around the globe. And together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• 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 (What We’re Looking For)

• 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.

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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