Editorial Writer Job at The Dallas Morning News in Texas
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Job Title
Editorial Writer
Business Title
Editorial Writer
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Location
Downtown Dallas (TDMN) - Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)
Salary Grade
Job Type
Full-Time
Exemption Type
Exempt
Travel
Some Travel
Job Description
The Dallas Morning News is seeking an editorial writer to join its award-winning Editorial Board. The Editorial Board is responsible for The News’ opinion content, including its editorials, op-eds, political recommendations, Texan of the Year selection, and the DMN Voter Guide.
The editorial writer is a key member of the board, helping to shape the institutional opinion of The Dallas Morning News. The successful candidate will be an excellent journalist with strong writing and reporting talents, capable of writing quickly and accurately on matters of importance locally, nationally, and globally.
The candidate should develop expertise and sources in areas such as local government and foreign affairs, analyze trends, and draw conclusions. Regular meetings with leaders from business, government, nonprofits, and other sectors are expected, along with representing The Dallas Morning News.
The role involves original reporting on local, regional, and statewide issues, contributing to opinion pieces based on own reporting and newsroom sources. Editorial board members are encouraged to submit columns under their own bylines and solicit op-eds from community leaders and experts.
Deep involvement in the board’s Areas of Engagement aims to create social and policy change. Collaboration and respectful disagreement are vital, and candidates should be familiar with and aligned to the publication’s editorial positions.
The Dallas Morning News has a history of journalistic excellence with nine Pulitzer Prizes and a 137-year legacy of high standards, covering a vibrant and growing market in North Texas.
Job Responsibilities
- Pitch and write multiple editorials weekly on timely, relevant topics, emphasizing local and state government.
- Develop sources to support original reporting for editorials.
- Solicit op-eds from community leaders and experts.
- Participate in Editorial Board meetings with officials, corporate leaders, diplomats, and others.
- Contribute to selecting editorial cartoons for the page.
Job Requirements
- Three years of professional writing experience.