
Digital Editorial Writer
Hearst Magazines
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
RESPONSIBILITIES
Be Part of What's Next
Help shape how millions of people discover, cook, and fall in love with food. As part of Delish, you'll play a key role in bringing recipes to life with creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of what our audience craves.
Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
• Build and update recipes within the CMS, ensuring all content, imagery, and video assets are accurate, optimized, and engaging
• Write and refine recipe introductions, updates, and expansions in the Delish voice
• Produce and maintain recipe galleries, curating content and selecting compelling visuals that meet editorial standards
• Craft strong, engaging headlines that drive traffic and reflect brand voice
• Assist with daily programming of the Delish app and landing pages to ensure timely and strategic content promotion
• Partner with the Insights team to implement SEO best practices and optimize recipe performance
• Manage and evolve recipe review and ratings strategies, including coordinating tastings and engaging with the Delish community
• Pitch and write culinary features that align with seasonal trends, audience interests, and brand priorities
Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
• 2 years of experience in digital editorial, food media, or a related field
• Strong editorial judgment with excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• A sharp visual eye and understanding of how imagery enhances content performance
• Familiarity with SEO principles and audience-first content strategies
• Experience working with CMS platforms and digital publishing tools preferred
• Deep interest in food, cooking, and culinary trends, including seasonality and food culture
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and adapt quickly
• Hybrid schedule with 4 days per week in the New York City office
Compensation & EEO
Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Union Note
This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Salary/Benefits
$66,300 - $67,000 /year USD
This role may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
Perks
• Work-life harmony
• Foster connection & belonging
• Grow your skills
Additional Information
Hearst Magazines is one of the largest publishers in the world, encompassing more than 30 brands such as Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper's BAZAAR, Popular Mechanics, and Delish, reaching over 150 million people monthly in the United States. Beyond magazines, Hearst engages its audience across various mediums and channels—including print, digital, video, and social—leveraging sophisticated content creation, distribution, and data capabilities. The company creates, packages, and sells products using cutting-edge technology and proprietary platforms, aiming to reinvent publishing for the 21st century.