Jobs

Washingtonian, the area’s award winning monthly lifestyle publication, is a certified woman-owned business that serves a diverse region and we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce represents the best way to cover that region. We seek a staff with a diversity of life experiences, backgrounds, viewpoints, and professional experiences. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and gender nonconforming candidates to apply. Washingtonian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected condition under federal and local laws.

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I’m looking for a position in: Accounting | Advertising | Art | Circulation | Custom Media | EditorialEvents and Marketing | Production | Web


Accounting

None at this time. 


Advertising

Integrated Account Executive

Washingtonian magazine is looking for a full time salesperson to join its team. Responsibilities include selling our print publications, digital products and event sponsorships. Candidate must have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and be a self-starter. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced and team-oriented environment. Knowledge of the local DC, Maryland, & Virginia market a plus. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Email cover letter (including compensation requirements) and resume to kanderson@washingtonian.com

Responsibilities:

  • Meet and exceed sales goals monthly sales goals.
  • Create and sell integrated media programs utilizing all platforms.
  • Cold call & prospect for new customers-sales development of territory is critical.
  • Identify the key advertising placement decision makers and initiate and pursue productive, consultative relationships.
  • Build upon and service existing advertisers in your assigned territory.
  • Develop and prepare sales proposals and custom marketing presentations for advertising clients.
  • Attend networking, community, and client events providing a strong representation of the Washingtonian brand.
  • Respond proactively to client requests for proposals, advertising information and materials.
  • Analyze competitive set and develop formal “account plans” for top 25 prospects in territory.
  • Execute and communicate weekly sales recaps to management.

Skills:

  • 3-5 years of print, digital, event sponsorship, and social media sales experience.
  • Ability to work with and effectively communicate to a full range of clients – from small, local businesses to corporate accounts and advertising agencies.
  • Experience using a sales CRM.
  • Cold calling and negotiation skills.
  • High competency in MS office, particularly PowerPoint & Excel.
  • Ability to deliver strong presentations to a large group.

Real Estate Advertising Intern

Washingtonian magazine, the area’s award winning monthly lifestyle publication, is offering a paid advertising internship. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and have the ability to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced environment. Candidate will be heavily-involved with the magazine’s record-setting Top Real Estate Agents project – a star on candidate’s future résumé. Compensation is $16.10/hour through 6/30, then $17/hr thereafter. Potential for a merit bonus. Convince the Real Estate Advertising Director that you’re the best person for the job.

Duties Include:

  • Support sales team by preparing and maintaining spreadsheets, lists, and files
  • Manage large volume of advertising proofs
  • Provide exemplary service to advertising clients
  • Work at the magazine’s occasional in-person events as requested

Skills/Experience:

  • Strong and adaptable interpersonal skills so to work with a full range of clients and personalities.
  • Experience using a sales CRM/database preferred.
  • High competency in MS office, particularly Word and Excel.

Schedule:

Begin on or about May 1, end July 21, potential to extend. 5 hours daily M-F except for May 15-June 13, during which is 8 hours daily, M-F. Combination of in-office and work from home.

Please send your resume to Real Estate Advertising Director Matt Hendrickson at mhendrickson@washingtonian.com to apply.


Art

None at this time. 


Circulation

None at this time. 


Custom Media

None at this time.


Editorial

Freelance Culture Writer

Washingtonian is seeking a freelance (non-staff) writer to compile and write our monthly “10 Things to Do” spread in the print magazine. This popular section spotlights a broad range of events: theater, museums, music (including classical and jazz), books, and lots more. We are looking for an experienced arts journalist who is familiar with DC’s cultural landscape; has knowledge of a wide variety of areas; and is able to write concise, informative, and entertaining entries. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and links to relevant recent work to Rob Brunner, rbrunner@washingtonian.com.

Editorial Fellowship

Washingtonian’s editorial fellowship offers applicants the chance to immerse themselves in all aspects of making a magazine. As a regional magazine for the national capital, we cover a universe that includes national newsmakers and hometown tastemakers, everything from power politics to local real estate to the ways our diverse city shops, eats, and dresses. Our editorial fellows fact-check stories, work occasional magazine events, and write as often as possible for our magazine and our website. The ideal applicant is a self-starter, ready to collaborate with our creative newsroom and get fired up about covering the day’s happenings in Washington—but also someone with enough curiosity to sniff out interesting news, trends, and personalities that aren’t already in the media. Over the years, our editorial fellows have written feature stories, landed magazine jobs, and had tons of fun. Join us!

Responsibilities: 

  • Pitch and write articles for the print magazine and website
  • Research and fact-check print stories
  • Assist with Washingtonian public programming
  • Attend daily and weekly staff meetings

Qualifications: 

  • Available to work full time Monday through Friday
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills

Fellows are paid at a rate of $17/hour

To apply: Please send your résumé, cover letter and two clips to [email protected]washingtonian.com. Clips should be hyperlinked or in PDF format. The application deadline for the fall fellowship is Monday, June 12 at 11:59 PM. This fellowship will run from early September through late December.

Preferred that applicants live in DC/Maryland/Virginia or be willing to relocate.


Events and Marketing

None at this time.


Production

None at this time.


Web

Web Fellowship

Do you want to produce visually compelling online stories and content to help Washingtonians stay in the know about the newest restaurants, things to do, and cultural news? Are you eager to learn the ins and outs of web production, social media management, and content creation?

Apply to Washingtonian’s web + social media fellowship! 

The web & social media fellow is a self-starter with an appreciation for digital audiences and how they prefer to consume content. They understand that the perfect tweet is not the ideal Instagram caption and can adapt stories for different platforms. They are excited to find new and creative ways to promote and expand our journalism online. Over the years, our web + social fellows have written stories for print and web, landed jobs at prestigious media companies, and had tons of fun.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist web producer in producing stories from print for the website, including features
  • Assist web producer in daily email content curation for newsletters
  • Pitch and produce content for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok  
  • Assist social media producer in finding and repurposing archival stories 
  • Assist the digital team in the planning and execution of special project assignments

The fellow will also have the opportunity to learn social media analytics, write for our website and print, and meet with Washingtonian staff to learn about their career trajectory.

Qualifications:

  • Available to work full time Monday through Friday
  • Have CMS experience (WordPress is a plus)
  • Have Photoshop experience
  • Experience creating social content on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. TikTok experience is a plus.
  • Sharp social copywriting skills and strong command of tone
  • Ability to multitask and juggle priorities on deadline
  • Prior HTML experience is a plus
  • Basic video/photo/visual editing skills are a plus
  • SEO experience is a plus
  • Preferred that applicants live in DC/Maryland/Virginia or be willing to relocate.

Fellows are paid at a rate of $16.50/hour

To apply: Please send a cover letter and résumé to jalbarracin@washingtonian.com. Applications are due August 2nd at 11:59 p.m. EST. The fellowship will start in September and run through the end of December.