Staff Writer, Space.com

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest, and most successful brands at Future, and partner with a team of passionate space enthusiasts. Space.com is run by a global team of experts who are passionate about all things spaceflight, skywatching, sci-fi, and more.

What you'll be doing

Our mission is to empower and inspire our readers to understand the universe and appreciate our place in it. As Staff Writer you will contribute to all areas of the site - from news to features to reference pages. You will report directly into the Editor In Chief

• You will write for Space about spaceflight, although will also cover astronomy, earth science, and skywatching
• You will write features, attend launch events, and contribute to our social and video channels
• You will create reliable, informative space journalism, working in a talented and passionate team

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Excellent written English, and a knowledge of writing for the web
• Great knowledge of space topics, an ability to research and learn, and previous experience writing about spaceflight
• An appropriate qualification or degree in space sciences
• The ability to work on multiple assignments with tight deadlines
• A good list of contacts in the space industry is preferable, but not required

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is $60,000 - $65,000

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, we enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistance Programs
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E7

This is a Remote based role. Future US is currently eligible to hire in 34 states:

Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Kentucky.

Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. 

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

This is a position covered under a collective bargaining agreement between Future US, Inc. and the Writers Guild of America East

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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