Jobs

Washingtonian, the area’s award winning monthly lifestyle publication, is a certified woman-owned business that serves a diverse region and we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce represents the best way to cover that region. We seek a staff with a diversity of life experiences, backgrounds, viewpoints, and professional experiences. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and gender nonconforming candidates to apply. Washingtonian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected condition under federal and local laws. 

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I’m looking for a position in: Accounting | Advertising | Art | Circulation | Custom Media | Editorial | Events and Marketing | Production | Web

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Accounting

None at this time. 

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Advertising

Real Estate Advertising Intern

Washingtonian magazine, the area’s award winning monthly lifestyle publication, is offering a paid advertising internship. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and have the ability to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced environment. Candidate will be heavily-involved with the magazine’s record-setting Top Real Estate Agents project – a star on candidate’s future résumé. Compensation is $17/hr. Convince the Real Estate Advertising Director that you’re the best person for the job.

Duties Include:
Support sales team by preparing and maintaining spreadsheets, lists, and files
Manage large volume of advertising proofs
Provide exemplary service to advertising clients
Work at the magazine’s occasional in-person events as requested

Skills/Experience:
Strong and adaptable interpersonal skills and ability to work with a full range of clients and personalities.
Experience using a sales CRM/database preferred.
High competency in MS office, particularly Word and Excel.

Schedule:
Begin on or about May 6, end July 26. 5 hours daily M-F except for May 28-June 17. During that period: 8 hours daily M-F, inclusive of some occasional evening hours required to catch up on emails, spreadsheets, and ad proofs. Combination of in-office and work from home.

Please send your resume to Real Estate Advertising Director Matt Hendrickson at mhendrickson@washingtonian.com to apply.

Integrated Account Executive

Washingtonian magazine is looking for a full time salesperson to join its team. Responsibilities include selling our print publications, digital products and event sponsorships. Candidate must have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and be a self-starter. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced and team-oriented environment. Knowledge of the local DC, Maryland, & Virginia market a plus. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Email cover letter (including compensation requirements) and resume to kanderson@washingtonian.com

Responsibilities:

• Meet and exceed sales goals monthly sales goals.
• Create and sell integrated media programs utilizing all platforms.
• Cold call & prospect for new customers-sales development of territory is critical.
• Identify the key advertising placement decision makers and initiate and pursue productive, consultative relationships.
• Build upon and service existing advertisers in your assigned territory.
• Develop and prepare sales proposals and custom marketing presentations for advertising clients.
• Attend networking, community, and client events providing a strong representation of the Washingtonian brand.
• Respond proactively to client requests for proposals, advertising information and materials.
• Analyze competitive set and develop formal “account plans” for top 25 prospects in territory.
• Execute and communicate weekly sales recaps to management.

Skills:

• 3-5 years of print, digital, event sponsorship, and social media sales experience.
• Ability to work with and effectively communicate to a full range of clients – from small, local businesses to corporate accounts and advertising agencies.
• Experience using a sales CRM.
• Cold calling and negotiation skills.
• High competency in MS office, particularly PowerPoint & Excel.
• Ability to deliver strong presentations to a large group.

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Art

None at this time. 

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Circulation

None at this time. 

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Editorial

Washingtonian’s editorial fellowship offers applicants the chance to immerse themselves in all aspects of making a magazine. As a regional magazine for the national capital, we cover a universe that includes national newsmakers and hometown tastemakers, everything from power politics to local real estate to the ways our diverse city shops, eats, and dresses. Our editorial fellows fact-check stories, work occasional magazine events, and write as often as possible for our magazine and our website. The ideal applicant is a self-starter, ready to collaborate with our creative newsroom and get fired up about covering the day’s happenings in Washington—but also someone with enough curiosity to sniff out interesting news, trends, and personalities that aren’t already in the media. Over the years, our editorial fellows have written feature stories, landed magazine jobs, and had tons of fun. Join us!

Responsibilities: 

• Pitch and write articles for the print magazine and website
• Research and fact-check print stories
• Assist with Washingtonian public programming
• Attend daily and weekly staff meetings

Qualifications: 

• Available to work full time Monday through Friday
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills

Fellows are paid at a rate of $17/hour

To apply: Please send your résumé, cover letter, and two clips to editorialfellowships@washingtonian.com. Clips should be hyperlinked or in PDF format. The application deadline for the summer fellowship is Sunday, March 17 at 11:59 PM. This fellowship will run from early June through late August.

Preferred that applicants live in DC/Maryland/Virginia or be willing to relocate.

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Events and Marketing

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Production

None at this time.

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Web

None at this time.