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Embarcadero Media Foundation

Intern, Foodist

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Adrienne Mitchel / Food Editor Location : Hybrid Date : 3/3/25 About Us Embarcadero Media Foundation is a nonprofit journalism group with three printed weekly newspapers, seven hyperlocal news ...

Hearst

Temporary Deputy Social Media Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60/hr

Be Part of What's Next At Delish, social media is more than promotion-it's where food culture comes to life. We're looking for a Temporary Deputy Social Media Editor to help shape the voice, strategy ...

Hearst

Temporary Deputy Social Media Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60/hr

Be Part of What's Next At Delish, social media is more than promotion-it's where food culture comes to life. We're looking for a Temporary Deputy Social Media Editor to help shape the voice, strategy ...

The New York Times

Editor, T Magazine

New York, NY

T Magazine is looking for the next visionary editor who will helm the magazine's coverage of fashion, art, design, food, interiors and travel. Over the last 20 years, T has established itself as a ...

WHYY Inc

Editor, Billy Penn

Philadelphia, PA

The Billy Penn staff covers everything from breaking news to urban life to food and fun. Billy Penn ... The next editor of Billy Penn will be a strong digital editor and have the ability to externally ...

MrBeast

Video Editor

Greenville, NC

About the Role MrBeast is on the hunt for talented Video Editors to help us deliver world-class ... music, and food scene featuring an increasing number of unique, locally-owned businesses and ...

WHYY INC

Editor, Billy Penn

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

The Billy Penn staff covers everything from breaking news to urban life to food and fun. Billy Penn ... The next editor of Billy Penn will be a strong digital editor and have the ability to externally ...

dmg::media

Lifestyle Editor

New York, NY · On-site

As US Lifestyle Editor, you will oversee our Lifestyle vertical, spanning fashion, beauty, celebrities, health & wellness, relationships, food & drink, travel, homes, shopping, and modern living. You ...

Nexstar Broadcasting

News Editor

Charleston, WV · On-site

The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other ... in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station ...

Condé Nast

Senior Editor, Restaurants

New York, NY · On-site

$92K - $140K/yr

Bon Appétit is the destination for food-obsessed audiences who live to eat. We deliver original ... New York, NY Senior Editor, Restaurants - Bon Appétit Bon Appétit seeks a senior editor to ...

MrBeast

Video Editor

Greenville, NC · On-site

About the Role MrBeast is on the hunt for talented Video Editors to help us deliver world-class ... music, and food scene featuring an increasing number of unique, locally-owned businesses and ...

MrBeast

Assistant Editor

Greenville, NC · On-site

We are looking for talented Assistant Editors who are knowledgeable yet open to new ideas, and the ... music, and food scene featuring an increasing number of unique, locally-owned businesses and ...

Food52

Deputy Editor

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Ensure coverage across Food, Home, Ritual, Improvement, and Leisure * Maintain a consistent ... Experience commissioning and editing freelance writers * Strong newsletter instincts--you know what ...

TubeScience

Lead Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Lead Editors bridge the gap between strategic objectives and visual execution, transforming ... food, fitness apps, healthcare apps, financial services), giving us unique visibility into what ...

TubeScience

Lead Editor

Los Angeles, CA

Lead Editors bridge the gap between strategic objectives and visual execution, transforming ... food, fitness apps, healthcare apps, financial services), giving us unique visibility into what ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for food editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Editor is responsible for overseeing food-related content for magazines, websites, or other media outlets. They research and write articles, develop recipes, edit submissions, and collaborate with chefs, writers, and photographers to create compelling food content. Food Editors ensure accuracy in culinary details, maintain the publication's voice and style, and stay on top of food trends. Their role may also involve managing a team of writers and coordinating with brands for sponsored content.

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To thrive as a Food Editor, you need strong writing and editing skills, a deep knowledge of culinary trends, and experience in food journalism or related fields. Familiarity with content management systems, SEO tools, and expertise in food photography or recipe testing is often required. Creativity, attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to communicate clearly with chefs, writers, and photographers are important soft skills for excelling in this position. These qualities ensure the production of engaging, accurate, and visually appealing food content that resonates with readers and upholds a publication's standards.

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A typical day for a Food Editor involves assigning and editing articles or recipes, collaborating with writers, photographers, and designers, and reviewing pitches to plan upcoming content. You'll also fact-check culinary information, test recipes for accuracy, and sometimes manage social media posts or multimedia content. The role often requires balancing multiple deadlines and adapting quickly to new food trends or audience interests. This collaborative, fast-paced environment keeps the work varied and offers plenty of opportunities to learn and grow within the food media industry.

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Freelance food writer

Freelance food writer

Embarcadero Media Foundation

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$250/wk

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Description:

Opening: Embarcadero Media Freelance Reporter – Food
Department: Editorial, Foodist – appears in Palo Alto Weekly, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice, Redwood City Pulse
Reports To: Adrienne Mitchel / Food Editor
Location: Remote
Date: 3/3/25

About Us

Embarcadero Media Foundation is a nonprofit journalism group with three printed weekly newspapers, seven hyperlocal news websites and six email newsletters that serve a population of more than 500,000 people on the MidPeninsula and the East Bay’s Tri-Valley. We are looking for a motivated and passionate freelance reporter to join our food branch, The Peninsula Foodist, to inform, inspire and entertain our readers and the foodies of the Peninsula.

Articles for Peninsula Foodist appear on four websites – Palo Alto Online, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice and Redwood City Pulse – and may also appear in two print newspapers – Palo Alto Weekly and The Almanac. Peninsula Foodist has its own Instagram account, @peninsulafoodist, and weekly newsletter.

Job Summary

The Food Freelancer will be responsible for producing food features (generally 800-1,200 words) and food blogs (generally 300-600 words). The ideal candidate will possess excellent interviewing, writing and storytelling skills and have a passion for food. The Food Freelancer will be working closely with the Food Editor and the Features Editor at Embarcadero Media.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce food features, roundups, enterprise stories, profiles and Q&As. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Produce food blogs, such as restaurant openings and closings. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Keep an eye out for food stories while in the field and pitch relevant stories to the Food Editor
  • While the Food Freelancer is not responsible for taking photos on the scene, they are responsible for communicating with the source about a time for a photographer to come by and/or to request courtesy images from the source

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • 1 year of experience reporting professionally
  • Knowledge of the Peninsula’s food scene (San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, excluding San Jose)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience reporting on food and/or working in the food industry
  • Being a foodie!

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication and written skills
  • Ability to interview, craft a story and write in AP style

Working Conditions

  • Flexible hours – produce at least 1 feature or 1 set of three blogs per month
  • Remote
  • May have to drive to meet sources and conduct interviews

Compensation

  • $200 for a feature
  • $250 for three blogs

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and three clips via the application form. Freelance reporter applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For details, contact amitchel@embarcaderopublishing.com.

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