Insurance Editor

Position Summary

U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. We are seeking a sharp insurance editor to empower consumers with the knowledge needed to make the best insurance‑related decisions.

As an editor on the insurance team, you’ll edit, write and update ratings pages, company profiles and informational content; help conduct search engine optimization research; and use analytics to monitor the performance of our content and make recommendations.

You should be a nimble editor who is skilled at juggling several assignments  should be able to work independently and accurately while adhering to deadlines. As part of the job, you’ll edit and write car insurance, homeowners insurance, life insurance, pet insurance, renters insurance, specialty insurance and small business insurance content. Your job will consist primarily of updating and editing, but you should be able to roll up your sleeves and write when needed as well.

You will evaluate content for flow, consistency, tone, audience, length, accuracy and SEO. Responsibilities also include updating and maintaining our library of content, fact‑checking, writing pages associated with our “Best” lists to ensure error‑free work, and writing company reviews.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including the SEO, Production, Product and Business groups. You may assist in creating or maintaining various content calendars.

This position involves working closely with an enthusiastic, highly collaborative team of editors in a fast‑paced digital environment.

• 5+ years of experience in professional editing at a media company or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Interest in insurance and other money topics.
• Ability to edit content for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to write new content or updates as needed.
• Strong knowledge of data research and journalism best practices.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
• Expertise and experience using AP style.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams.

• Experience with insurance writing.
• Experience with project management tools such as Air Table.
• Experience using SEO tools and employing SEO best practices to optimize content.
• Experience with AI systems such as Gemini.
• Experience analyzing data and incorporating findings into content.
• Experience editing in a content management system.
• Experience using Google Docs and Sheets.
• Familiarity with SEMRush or Conductor.
• Experience with traffic analytics tools like Google Analytics.
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve content and better engage our audience.

What it’s like to work with us:

• Entrepreneurial, mission‑driven culture with core values of quality and integrity.
• Focus on fostering personal and professional growth.
• Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement and training.
• Collaborative work environment – fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co‑workers.

• Please note that we will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
• Preference for New York or Washington, DC based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in those office locations. Remote candidates will be considered.
• U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
• In New York City, the anticipated base salary for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the individual applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, interview performance, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
• Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
• Number of Openings 1

About the Organization U.S. News & World Report is a publisher of news and information that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.