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PR Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Ensure full alignment with the global brand, legal, and leadership teams. * 5+ years of relevant experience in Consumer PR, media relations or consumer journalism with a solid understanding of PR and ...

PR Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

What You'll Bring: * 5+ years of relevant experience in Consumer PR, media relations or consumer journalism with a solid understanding of PR and media relations at a regional / local level * Good ...

Data Visuals Journalist

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... journalism. About the Role This role sits at the intersection of reporting, analysis and visual ... Analyze economic, market, consumer and corporate datasets to uncover meaningful trends and insights.

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How much do consumer journalism jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for consumer journalism in the United States is $97,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Consumer Journalism vs Consumer Advocacy?

AspectConsumer JournalismConsumer Advocacy
CredentialsJournalism degree, media experienceLegal, policy, or advocacy training
Work EnvironmentMedia outlets, news organizationsNonprofits, government agencies, advocacy groups
Industry UsageReporting on consumer issues, investigationsPromoting consumer rights, policy change
Search IntentUnderstanding consumer issues, news storiesSeeking consumer protections, policy info

Consumer Journalism focuses on reporting and investigating consumer-related issues through media outlets, providing news and insights. Consumer Advocacy involves actively promoting consumer rights and influencing policy changes, often working within nonprofits or government agencies. While both roles aim to serve consumers, journalism emphasizes reporting, whereas advocacy emphasizes activism and policy work.

What does a consumer journalist do?

A consumer journalist researches, investigates, and reports on issues affecting consumers, such as product safety, pricing, and service quality. They analyze data, interview sources, and write articles or reports to inform the public and hold companies accountable. Strong writing skills and knowledge of journalistic ethics are essential in this role.
More about Consumer Journalism jobs
Infographic showing various Consumer Journalism job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,136 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Manager, Consumer Strategy & Growth

The Atlantic Monthly Group

Washington, DC • On-site

$77K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

The Atlantic is seeking a detail-oriented, strategic, and hands-on Manager, Consumer Marketing to join the Consumer Strategy and Growth team.
In this role, you will help drive subscriber acquisition by executing email marketing campaigns and contributing to email strategy, managing A/B testing planning and execution, and creating automations that convert non-subscribers into subscribers.
This role sits on the Consumer Strategy and Growth team and plays an important part in supporting the growth of The Atlantic and the longevity of independent, fact-checked journalism.
The ideal candidate is a strong operator and curious problem solver who combines attention to detail with analytical rigor, creative thinking, and a collaborative working style.
This role reports to the Associate Director focused on consumer marketing and is based in Washington, D.C. or remote.
Responsibilities
  • Execute acquisition email campaigns and automations end to end in Sailthru, including template setup, audience selection, QA, scheduling, and deployment.
  • Expand and manage the A/B testing strategy across acquisition campaigns and automations, from hypothesis development through analysis and recommendation.
  • Deliver data-backed recommendations to improve email conversion, personalization, segmentation, and data collection efforts.
  • Own non-subscriber email automations and build new trigger- or engagement-based journeys that drive subscription purchases.
  • Manage audience segmentation to improve engagement, opt-out, and conversion rates while supporting healthy list practices.
  • Monitor campaign, automation, and audience performance in Looker and identify opportunities or issues quickly enough to act on them.
  • Partner closely with teams across CSG, as well as Product, Editorial and Data Engineering
  • Maintain a high bar for execution, documentation, and testing rigor so campaigns ship cleanly and learnings compound over time.

Qualifications
  • Passion for the future of high-quality, independent journalism.
  • 2+ years of experience in email, lifecycle, or growth marketing; experience in media, publishing, or subscription businesses is a plus.
  • Experience designing, running, and analyzing A/B tests and applying what you learn to future campaigns and testing plans.
  • Hands-on experience with an ESP or marketing automation platform; familiarity with Sailthru is a plus.
  • Experience with a data visualization or analytics platform, with Looker strongly preferred.
  • Ability to distill campaign performance into clear findings and actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of email marketing fundamentals, including messaging, list management, deliverability, and compliance best practices.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of HTML/CSS and experience building or editing email templates in HTML.
  • Familiarity with a CDP such as Lytics and an understanding of how customer data supports segmentation and triggered journeys.
  • Strong technical fluency and comfort working across platforms, systems, and tools that support testing, QA, reporting, and campaign execution.
  • Resourceful and self-directed, with the ability to troubleshoot issues, learn new systems quickly, and figure things out independently.
  • Openness to using new technologies and workflows, including AI tools such as Claude, to improve research, analysis, and execution efficiency.

Salary minimum; $77,000; Salary maximum: $85,000
This role is based in Washington, D.C., and open to remote candidates.
This is a Guild position.
About The Atlantic:
The Atlantic has, for more than 160 years, advanced ideas that matter and sparked global conversation on the most important issues of our time. We aim to bring clarity and original thinking to questions of consequence, on topics ranging from politics, the economy, and global affairs to technology, science, and culture. As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of both continuation and transformation, of upholding our legacy while continuously reinventing ourselves for the future.
The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC ("The Atlantic") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Atlantic is committed to diversity and encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Job offers to work at The Atlantic are contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of reference checks and compliance with The Atlantic's COVID-19 vaccination policy. The Atlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely-held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.