Billboard : Staff Writer Job at Penske Media Corporation in California

Overview

Billboard is looking for a skilled and dynamic Staff Writer to join our editorial team. This role calls for a deeply passionate, curious, and knowledgeable journalist who can report, write, and package stories across social platforms that uncover and analyze the biggest narratives shaping the music industry and culture today. As a Staff Writer, you’ll balance breaking news coverage with insightful features, interviews, and analysis that engage both music fans and industry professionals.

As PMC values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Write timely and engaging articles, including breaking news stories, features and interviews across a variety of music genres and industry topics.
• Break exclusive stories and offer fresh perspectives on the evolving landscape of music, from business developments and cultural trends to key releases and artist profiles.
• Develop and maintain an extensive network of sources, including artists, executives, industry insiders, and publicists.
• Stay deeply informed on the latest happenings in music, ensuring Billboard’s coverage is both comprehensive and authoritative.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to pitch, shape, and execute high-impact stories, aligning with Billboard’s audience and brand priorities.
• Work closely with Billboard’s social and video teams to ensure stories are promoted effectively and thrive across platforms.
• Participate in artist interviews (in-person, virtual, or at events), red-carpet coverage, and industry events as needed.
• Monitor Billboard’s proprietary charts and data, integrating relevant insights into coverage when applicable.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment without compromising accuracy or creativity in your work.

Requirements

Typical wage range : $67k - $70k. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors).

About Billboard

Billboard is the world's most influential music publication, providing breaking news, charts, reviews, and insights that define the music industry. For over 130 years, Billboard has been the definitive source for music industry professionals, artists, and fans worldwide. As part of Penske Media Corporation's portfolio, Billboard combines its rich editorial heritage with cutting-edge digital innovation, reaching millions of readers across multiple platforms. Billboard's iconic charts, including the Billboard Hot 100, remain the global standard for measuring commercial music success, while its editorial content shapes conversations about music culture, business, and artistry.

About PMC

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, TVLine, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby, and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, and Latin Music Week. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. PMC is committed to fostering a working environment that is inclusive and responsible, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences. For more information on the company, please visit www.PMC.com

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