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Help people decide where to eat next with smart, useful restaurant coverage. You will explore the Chicago dining scene and turn your discoveries into reviews, guides, and newsletters our audience trusts.

As a Senior Writer, Chicago in The Infatuation Editorial team, you write compelling reviews, guides, and newsletters focused on Chicago. You research and visit restaurants multiple times per week and translate your findings into relatable, well-researched content with a clear point of view. You collaborate with editors and cross-functional partners to publish accurate, engaging stories across web, newsletter, and social channels.

Job responsibilities

• Own restaurant guides and reviews end to end, including concepting, research, writing, and publishing.
• Write clean, accurate copy that reflects The Infatuation voice, standards, and editorial quality.
• Conduct ongoing restaurant research and capture photos and video for multi-channel use.
• Contribute to social content by capturing assets during research and appearing on camera as needed.
• Pitch new reviews, guides, and social concepts regularly and help shape coverage and distribution plans.
• Engage with audiences through newsletters and social channels to build trust and connection.
• Partner with brand and marketing teams on larger content packages when needed.
• Stay current on restaurant news, openings and closures, and dining trends.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 4+ years of writing experience at a reputable digital or print publication.
• Strong writing and editing skills with a distinct point of view and thoughtful criticism.
• Ability to follow brand standards and deliver consistent voice and tone.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments at once.
• Deep knowledge of Chicago restaurants and neighborhoods.
• Comfort appearing on camera and creating content for social platforms.
• Strong fact-checking and research skills with a commitment to journalistic integrity.
• Ability to pitch new ideas and execute them with minimal direction.
• Ability to work in or near Chicago and dine out multiple times per week.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in food, beverage, or lifestyle writing.
• Openness to trying a wide variety of cuisines and menu items.
• Collaborative working style and comfort incorporating feedback across teams.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are not able to provide immigration sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Final job grade level and corporate title will be determined at time of offer and may differ from this posting.

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs. 

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.  We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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