Messenger reporter Severns departs for new opportunity
Maggie Severns will join the Allbritton Journalism Institute as a reporter and mentor to train the next generation of journalists. Recently, she was a reporter at The Messenger. Previously, Severns reported for The Grid and Politico, where she worked for eight years. Severns graduated from Dartmouth College. Be sure to congratulate Severns on Twitter.
The Messenger seeks a managing editor of audience editorial, audience development
We are currently seeking a Managing Editor of Audience Editorial to join our innovative team. This individual will lead our assignment editors and reporter/curators in our audience team. They will oversee the team’s operations, fostering an environment that encourages growth and continual learning. This role requires an individual who is dedicated to audience growth and […]
The Messenger seeks a social media manager, audience development
This position is fully remote and can be worked from anywhere in the United States. Hybrid options are available for candidates working near one of our offices in New York or D.C. Our team members may be assigned to a variety of shifts, which could include weekends, mornings, regular 9-5 hours, or shifts extending into […]
The Messenger seeks a social video strategist, audience development
We are seeking an experienced Social Video Strategist to join our growing team. This role entails the development and execution of a robust social video strategy across multiple platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and YT Shorts, with the ultimate goal of boosting our online presence and establishing a solid brand identity. Hours and Location: This role […]
Serrano swaps Gizmodo for The Messenger
Jody Serrano has joined The Messenger as a reporter covering online communities and social media. Recently, she was an online communities and internet reporter at Gizmodo, where she joined in 2017 as a weekend editor. Serrano began her career in Texas, where she also worked for the Austin American-Statesman and The Texas Tribune. She was […]
The Messenger hires Gavin to cover breaking biz news
The Messenger has hired Will Gavin as a reporter covering breaking business news. Gavin most recently was a part-time assignment editor for WTNH-TV in New Haven, Connecticut. He also interned at OpenSecrets in Washington. He holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in journalism from Quinnipiac University. While at Quinnipiac, he worked at Ability Media and The […]
The Messenger hires Cameron as breaking news editor
The Messenger has hired Claire Cameron as a breaking news editor. Recently, she was managing editor at Inverse, where she also worked as a senior science editor. Previously, Cameron was an engagement editor at Spectrum and freelanced. She interned at BBC News. Cameron has degrees from the University of Edinburgh and Columbia University Graduate School […]
The Messenger seeks a general assignment reporter content curator (audience development)
We are seeking a talented and passionate General Assignment Reporter / Content Curator to join our news organization in the Audience Development Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for researching, writing, and producing high-quality news stories and content, as well as curating and posting on social media platforms. Hours and Location: This position is […]
The Messenger hires Jones as national real estate reporter
News startup The Messenger has hired Sasha Jones to cover national real estate stories. She will start in two weeks. Jones has been a reporter at the New York Business Journal, an American City Business Journals publication, covering economic development. Prior to joining the New York Business Journal, Jones was a reporter for the The Real Deal, where she […]
The Messenger hires Idris to cover science and tech
News startup The Messenger has hired Abubakar Idris as a science and technology reporter. He most recently has been in the Knight-Bagehot program at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Idris previously was an Africa reporter for Rest of World and a contributor to Quartz. He also worked for Big Cabal Media and Stears Insight. […]
