Reporter

The Drum

Reporter responsible for editorial coverage in marketing and advertising sectors through exclusive stories and analytical insights. Build relationships and contribute to The Drum's reputation as an industry voice.

Posted 5/26/2026contractNew York City • Florida, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively finding and writing exclusive stories on the marketing and advertising industry
Regular interviews with leading figures
Producing timely and considered analysis on topical trends and developments
Commissioning, editing, and providing feedback on contributed content where required
Working with our social media executive and distribution team to promote your stories on The Drum’s key channels
Frequently calling and meeting key contacts to uncover what’s really happening in the industry
Supporting colleagues from other teams with your specialist expertise, growing your presence within The Drum and contributing to wider company efforts
Continuously honing your network to build your reputation as the go-to industry journalist
Appearing on camera, panels and podcasts for The Drum to share your knowledge and bring attention to your reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Track record of writing impactful news and analysis
Able to unearth strong stories and identify timely trends
Can write engaging, clean copy, to a high standard, and to deadline
Can communicate confidently inside and outside the business
Finds fresh ways of digging into the industry’s biggest issues and standing out from rival coverage
Understanding of social media platforms, using them to find contacts, distribute content and enhance reputation

Benefits

Comp & perks

28 days holiday / 27 days PTO
Pension, or 401k retirement plan
Company-wide discretionary bonus scheme based on business performance
Enhanced above industry standard family leave package
x2 paid volunteering days a year
Company-wide mentoring programme
Employee referral bonus
Company social events
Hybrid working
Early finish on Fridays
Dog friendly offices
Eye care vouchers and contribution towards glasses
Learning & Development fund/opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

writingeditingcontent commissioningstorytellinganalysiscopywritingtrend identification

Soft Skills

communicationnetworkingcollaborationcreativityconfidencetime management