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The Atlantic Monthly Group

Staff Writer

New York, NY · On-site

This writer will produce stories that explain how books shape-and are shaped by-the culture and ... A history on the books beat is very welcome but not a must; a dogged instinct for reporting and an ...

The Atlantic

Staff Writer

Washington, DC · On-site

This writer will produce stories that explain how books shape-and are shaped by-the culture and ... A history on the books beat is very welcome but not a must; a dogged instinct for reporting and an ...

The Atlantic

Staff Writer

New York, NY · On-site

This writer will produce stories that explain how books shape-and are shaped by-the culture and ... A history on the books beat is very welcome but not a must; a dogged instinct for reporting and an ...

Condé Nast

Staff Writer, Business

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Report and write at least eight stories per month, juggling shorter news pieces with longer ... A proven track record of scoops and the ability to consistently break news on a beat * Strong ...

Hive

Technical Content Writer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Technical Content Writer Role We are looking for a talented cross-functional Content Writer to join ... beat * You are highly self-motivated and ambitious in achieving goals * You are a strong team ...

Hive

Technical Content Writer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Technical Content Writer Role We are looking for a talented cross-functional Content Writer to join ... beat * You are highly self-motivated and ambitious in achieving goals * You are a strong team ...

Condé Nast

Staff Writer, Business

New York, NY · Hybrid

$85K - $110K/yr

Report and write at least eight stories per month, juggling shorter news pieces with longer ... A proven track record of scoops and the ability to consistently break news on a beat * Strong ...

JDA Software

Proposal Writer - Defense

Dallas, TX · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

Proposal Writer - Defense**Location:** US - Remote**About Us**Blue Yonder Defense Solutions, LLC ... Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core ValuesAll qualified applicants will receive ...

JDA Software

$91K - $114K/yr

Proposal Writer - Defense**Location:** US - Remote**About Us**Blue Yonder Defense Solutions, LLC ... Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core ValuesAll qualified applicants will receive ...

JDA

Proposal Writer - Defense

Dallas, TX · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

Exceptional writing and editing skills * Strong management discipline with the ability to manage ... Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values All qualified applicants will receive ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for beat writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a beat writer?

A beat writer is a journalist who is assigned to cover a specific topic, team, or area of interest—known as a 'beat'—on a regular basis. For example, a sports beat writer may follow one particular team, reporting on games, player news, and behind-the-scenes developments. Beat writers develop in-depth knowledge of their subject and build relationships with sources to provide timely, authoritative coverage. Their work is essential for delivering comprehensive and consistent information to readers. Beat writers often work for newspapers, magazines, or online media outlets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a beat writer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Beat Writer, you need strong reporting skills, deep subject matter knowledge, and typically a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with content management systems, social media platforms, and digital publishing tools is often required. Curiosity, persistence, and the ability to build relationships make someone particularly effective in this role. These skills are essential for consistently delivering timely, accurate, and engaging coverage of a specific topic or industry.

How does a beat writer typically collaborate with editors and other newsroom staff?

Beat Writers work closely with editors to pitch stories, discuss angles, and receive feedback on their reporting. They often participate in editorial meetings to align their coverage with the publication’s priorities, and coordinate with photographers, digital producers, and sometimes other reporters to enhance their stories. Effective communication and teamwork are key, as Beat Writers must balance independent reporting with collaborative input to meet deadlines and maintain the publication’s standards.

What is the difference between Beat Writer vs Sports Journalist?

AspectBeat WriterSports Journalist
CredentialsTypically a degree in journalism, communications, or related fieldSimilar credentials, often with specialized sports knowledge
Work EnvironmentAssigns to specific beats or topics, often working for newspapers or online outletsBroader coverage, including reporting, feature writing, and analysis
Industry UsageCommonly used in newspapers, magazines, and online media focusing on specific topicsUsed across various media outlets for general and specialized sports coverage

In summary, a Beat Writer focuses on covering specific topics or beats regularly, often for newspapers or online outlets, while a Sports Journalist has a broader role that includes reporting, analysis, and feature writing across various sports topics. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and focus.

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Greenville, SC Reporter

Greenville, SC • On-site

Evening Post Publishing
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Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

The Post and Courier is looking for a reporter to cover the fast-paced business/retail/growth and development beat in Greenville, a city exploding with new people that's regularly named among the best places to live in the country.

Greenville is known for its high quality of life, with easy access to mountains from a bustling city with a shifting skyline. It's also the central point for all business dealings across the fast-growing Upstate region, home to 1.5 million people and the largest BMW factory in the world.

We're looking for a driven journalist who reports with authority and will establish themselves as the indispensable source for business and retail news. This person will be expected to break news, to look for the stories that will serve and inform the community — not wait for press releases to repackage. We want someone who is comfortable holding officials' and developers' feet to the fire on why a highly anticipated project isn't coming while also filing stories on the latest retail openings and closings.

The business beat is a key position in Greenville, routinely leading our newsroom in traffic, new subscriptions and engagement. So whether you want to leap from reporting for a small-town paper to covering a rapidly growing metro, are looking for a chance to flex your investigative skills or are ready for a new challenge after a couple of years on a different beat, this could be an excellent fit.

How the Charleston-based Post and Courier ended up in Greenville, some 200 miles inland, is a testament to our devotion to informing the public. The Pulitzer Prize-winning organization saw legacy papers withering amid massive mergers and consolidations, and the resulting layoffs.

Seeing that need, The Post and Courier expanded beyond its Lowcountry roots, opening and staffing offices across the state. It's now in Beaufort, Columbia, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, North Augusta, Rock Hill and Spartanburg.

This job makes you part of that network of award-winning journalists who are committed to shining a light on all corners of South Carolina.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Produce story ideas for your assigned beat.
  • Write solidly researched stories that are clear, engaging and concise.
  • Produce work that is accurate in fact, tone and implication.
  • Have an understanding of libel law and the rules governing plagiarism.
  • Effectively learn and use all job technology and systems.
  • Learn and follow all department and company policies and procedures.
  • Meet all assigned deadlines.
  • Develop a list of knowledgeable, diverse sources.
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or English preferred.
  • 2+ years' experience writing for a news organization.
  • Flexibility to occasionally adjust hours to cover breaking news or weekend and evening events.
  • Valid driver's license, good driving record, reliable and insured vehicle.
  • Reliable access to internet service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong writing and editing skills.
  • Strong social media skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to break news and react quickly to breaking stories.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
  • Knowledge of the community and surrounding cities a plus.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry and workplace.
  • Strong, professional work ethic
  • Ability to work independently remotely, if necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND TRAVEL:

Regularly required to sit for long periods of time; close eye work on computer screen; required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop; light to moderate lifting 15-30 pounds.

The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is sometimes subject to adverse outside environmental conditions.

Local travel is required.