US Travel Writer at dmg media in New York, NY

US Travel Writer

The Daily Mail is one of the world’s largest and most influential news publishers, reaching over a billion people globally every month. Renowned for its agenda-setting exclusives, breaking news, incisive commentary, and in-depth investigations, the Daily Mail delivers a unique editorial blend spanning showbiz, royals, lifestyle, health, sport, money, and more.

Its extensive reach, influence, and reader loyalty make it a premium destination for more than 300,000 digital subscribers across the UK, US, Australia, and beyond. The Daily Mail also maintains a powerful presence across social media, engaging more than 150 million followers and delivering more than six billion video views each month across platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat.

We are seeking a Travel Writer whose duties will include:

• Pitching, writing, producing, and curating engaging travel content of interest to our US audience
  • Covering trending destinations, viral travel moments, and breaking travel news
  • Writing destination guides, hotel roundups, and service-led travel content
  • Assisting with research, story building, and sourcing across travel features
  • Delivering clean, engaging copy while working under tight deadlines
  • Identifying emerging travel trends across social media and search
  • Monitoring analytics and learning how to optimize stories for performance

We are looking for a journalist with:

• Passion for the Daily Mail brand, its editorial voice, and global audience
• 1–2 years of experience in journalism
• Ability to work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced newsroom
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in travel, lifestyle trends, and digital media
• Strong understanding of SEO and digital publishing
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to collaborate with team members

 

We offer a competitive salary package in the range of $70,000 - $80,000 depending on experience, excellent staff benefits (healthcare, optical, dental, 401K) and a generous PTO