General Assignment Editorial Writer/Columnist

About Us

The Minnesota Star Tribune is an innovative modern media organization building on an extraordinary 157-year legacy. With seven Pulitzer Prizes and numerous other accolades, we stand as a beacon of journalistic excellence in Minnesota. We are the heart and voice of the North.

Our mission is to build a better Minnesota by connecting us with the people, ideas, and stories that strengthen our communities. We're seeking dynamic leaders who are passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape this future. If you are excited about reinventing one of our state's most trusted institutions and leading us into a new era of growth and excellence, we want to hear from you.

The Job:

As a General Assignment Editorial Writer, you will be a versatile storyteller who can write on a wide range of issues at the drop of a dime. From the quiet rhythms of farm life to the pressing concerns of Minnesota's urban residents, you'll bring stories to life with language that's both compelling and thought-provoking. Your words will bridge the gaps, revealing the connective tissues that unite communities across our state.

You are a wordsmith. You thrive in the craft of writing about the here and now, with a knack for capturing what matters most to Minnesotans. If you're ready to bring your voice to a platform dedicated to a new era of opinion journalism, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do:

• Create frequent original opinion content for digital, print and video platforms.
• Stay on top of essential stories and developments from around the state with primary and original sourcing.
• Write in a highly compelling and provocative manner. You are a must read.
• Write accurate and engaging short-form commentary for publication on our Opinion social channels and Minnesota Star Tribune social channels and website.
• Be enterprising and entrepreneurial.
• Break news stories in your commentaries that help focus local and statewide agendas

Qualifications:

• An accomplished writer with 4+ years of experience.
• Relevant newsroom commentary experience.
• High standards and a commitment to fairness and accuracy.
• A keen understanding of how search can help shape and promote coverage, along with a vision for how those techniques should evolve to keep pace with industry trends.
• Strong project management skills, and the ability to juggle priorities on deadline - and then meet them.
• Goal-oriented leader - or emerging leader - with a track record of getting buy-in and results from your work in commentary.
• The ability to work regularly from the Star Tribune's headquarters in downtown Minneapolis.

Pay for this position starts at $81,026.00 a year, based on the A4-scale level in the contract of the Minnesota Newspaper and Communications Guild.

To Apply:

Please upload a resume and link to a portfolio of your work.

More about The Minnesota Star Tribune

At The Minnesota Star Tribune, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their happiness, growth, and well-being. Here's a snapshot of the exceptional benefits we offer:

• Modern Downtown Office: Enjoy a state-of-the-art workspace with a free fitness center, collaborative center, golf simulator, and a rooftop patio.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance: Participate in our wellness program with financial incentives, generous paid time off, flexible holidays, one volunteer day, and two wellness days.
• Financial & Family Support: Benefit from a 401(k) with company match, paid parental and caregiving leave, hybrid work arrangements, and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional Perks: Access to an employee assistance program, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.

Honored in 2023 with Diversity MBA's inaugural Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards, we are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Even if you don't meet every single requirement for this role, we encourage you to apply. At The Minnesota Star Tribune, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.