Columnist

Columnist

The Houston Chronicle is seeking a columnist to explore and explain Houston and the state of Texas to readers. We are looking for a dynamic writer to illuminate what it means to be a Texan. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of the city and Greater Houston, and a love of all things Texas. The columnist must be a strong writer with a voice that oozes Houston and Texas, and who won't be content to simply riff off news events or to frame subjects in partisan terms. Instead, you will steep your work in original reporting to bolster arguments and promote solutions. You also won't shy away from saying the unpopular but right thing. Houston is a complex city, filled with diverse communities, economic conditions and political interests. The Houston Chronicle is dedicated to informing and engaging its audience on all sides.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write insightful columns for houstonchronicle.com and the Houston Chronicle regularly.
• Provide quick takes for houstonchronicle.com when warranted, based on news and issues of the day
• Be active in social media, both in terms of sharing perspective, but also engaging audience
• Establish a voice while breaking news, reporting features and taking on ambitious big-picture topics, outpacing competitors.
• Represent the company on television, radio and other venues in role as a thought leader.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of experience as a columnist and or reporter
• Strong language and writing skills
• Command of social media landscape
• Desire to be a leading voice in the region

As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Newspapers requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after November 11, 2021, be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Newspapers will consider requests for reasonable accommodations on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements

About Houston Chronicle

The Houston Chronicle, one of the largest newspapers in the United States, was founded in 1901 and was acquired by Hearst in 1987. In addition to delivering in-depth coverage of local issues, the Houston Chronicle is committed to covering state, national and international news.