Senior Writer, Chicago - The Infatuation

Job Description
The Infatuation, part of Chase Dining, provides its users with trustworthy and useful restaurant recommendations around the world. Our editorial team is looking for an exceptional, experienced writer to write compelling reviews, guides, and newsletters on Chicago restaurants.
As a Senior Writer in Chicago for The Infatuation, you will spend your time exploring as many restaurants as possible, writing about them, and using your knowledge of the city to pitch well-researched, relatable content. You'll work alongside a team of talented, dedicated, and humorous people who share a passion for dining in this city. This full-time position comes with a monthly budget to spent at restaurants that you are reviewing for our publication.
Job Responsibilities

• Own restaurant guides and reviews from start to finish with minimal direction from an editor-conceptualize, research, write, and publish.
• Submit copy that is not only grammatically proficient and adheres to Infatuation's customized Style Guide, but also demonstrates a unique point of view, thoughtful criticism, and expert restaurant knowledge.
• Meet or exceed all deadlines for copy.
• Pitch new restaurant reviews and guide concepts in team edit meetings on a regular basis.
• Actively participate in editorial brainstorms and team meetings - consistently contributing to dialogue, pitching new coverage ideas, and shaping content strategy.
• Autonomously conduct restaurant research - you're able to dine out multiple times a week in Chicago and surrounding areas.
• Leverage Infatuation platforms (newsletter, social, etc.) to interact directly with our audience, building a name and reputation for yourself as a knowledgeable voice within the restaurant/dining space in Chicago.
• Track and analyze content performance using available data.
• Work in collaboration with the social team to amplify editorial content and create unique social content. You are comfortable appearing on camera for our social channels.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Capabilities

• You have 4+ years experience as a writer at a reputable publication within digital or print.
• You are deeply knowledgeable of the restaurant space in Chicago and can make recommendations on restaurants based on different scenarios.
• You show journalistic integrity and can speak to practical knowledge/training.
• You have a demonstrated ability to meet and/or exceed deadlines.
• You have a demonstrated ability to pitch new ideas and execute them.
• You have extensive experience with fact-checking and research.
• You're able to adapt your writing style, having worked for different kinds of publications and/or have used different kinds of style guides.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Capabilities

• Experience in food, beverage, or general lifestyle writing.
• Openness and willingness to try a wide variety of menu items and cuisines.

About Us
Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
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About the Team
Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We're proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions - all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.
We offer a broad array of credit cards to meet the needs of individuals and small businesses, including Chase-branded and co-branded cards in partnership with well-known companies and organizations. Merchant Services is a leading provider of payment, fraud and data security for companies, capable of authorizing transactions across global currencies.