The Role
The Sr Reporter for Founder Brew will lead editorial strategy, pitch and write engaging business stories, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment, focusing on storytelling for founders and businesses.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Morning Brew Inc., we mix what you need to know with our unique brand of wit to attract, and build real relationships with, the next generation of business leaders. We speak to them like people, ensuring they get the context and insight needed to make decisions every day. Loyalty and trust are our most valuable currencies.
Whether scrolling, reading, watching, or listening, our audience trusts us for credible, entertaining business content that makes an impact on their personal and professional lives.
The Morning Brew team is clever, creative, and growing fast. Want in? Read on.
OVERVIEW
Founder Brew, a new publication dedicated to exploring the real lives, decisions, and psychology of people building companies — from startups to small businesses to creative ventures—is looking for an editor to shape and lead the outlet.
This is both a strategic and hands-on role that will allow you to shape the future of a brand new Morning Brew, Inc. publication. If you like the challenge of setting editorial strategy and helping reporters execute on stories, well, we’ve got the gig for you.
As part of Morning Brew Inc’s business-to-business (B2B) editorial team, Founder Brew sits alongside other professional publications: Marketing Brew, Retail Brew, HR Brew, Healthcare Brew, Revenue Brew, CFO and IT Brew.
Founder Brew will tell the emotional and operational truths of building a business—across startups, small businesses, and “unsexy” real-world companies—so current and aspiring founders feel seen and better equipped to handle what comes their way.
Reporting will be pragmatically optimistic, and divided between two modes: as-told-to, and traditional reporting. We’ll publish the messy middle, resist PR gloss, and verify the facts behind first-person stories.
We’re looking for a reporter to ideate, research, and create journalism to help launch this new vertical.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Pitch, report, and write stories and other associated journalistic endeavors for Founder Brew -- via newsletter, on-site articles, and other venues of distribution.
- Focus on ‘as-told-to’ narratives, speaking with founders
- Generate ideas for and lead/co-lead creation of non-newsletter editorial initiatives, enterprise pieces, and evergreen content, as we build out a digital home.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Interest and expertise in business writing and reporting
- At least 8 years of journalism experience- Ability to write in the Morning Brew style (engaging, informative, clever)
- Self-starter attitude with ability to operate in a collaborative, quickly-changing environment
- Combination of attention to detail and creative, strategic thinking
- Excellent communication skills with a mindset for collaboration
- Ability to operate in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines
COMPENSATION $85,000 - $95,000 DOE *Final offers for this job will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided, commensurate with experience. Total offer package to include benefits highlighted under our perks section below.
HOW WE TREAT EACH OTHER
Respectful Candor -- We believe that engaging in timely, constructive, and open discourse is an act of respect that makes for a more transparent and productive work environment.
Empathy -- We establish a strong partnership of trust with our co-workers and partners. We build human connections in order to understand each other.
Inclusivity -- Morning Brew Inc is deeply committed to fostering a transparently inclusive workplace environment, and people of color, women, people with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
HOW WE TREAT OUR WORK
Curiosity -- We learn every day through deliberate inquiry and exploration. We re-examine assumptions to be a better company, offer better products, and become better colleagues.
Accountability -- We celebrate our successes and own our failures. Taking responsibility for our actions allows us to learn from our experiences.
Bias Toward Action -- We know speed matters in business so we embrace quick and calculated risk-taking. We understand that many actions are reversible and therefore we are solutions-oriented, even when facing obstacles and challenges.
Challenger Mentality -- We don’t allow ourselves to be comfortable with our success. We are hungry to become the best and create more value for our audience.
Clarity of Purpose -- We understand the “why” in our work, which helps us to operate at our highest level of performance and efficiency.
PERKS
While being surrounded by a bunch of cool people who look great in crewnecks is its own reward, we have plenty more to offer.
Brew’s HQ: Pick an adjustable standing desk or cozy corner and load up on free coffee (duh) and snacks at our new two-story office space in NYC’s Flatiron District.
401(k) employer match: We want to help you prepare for the future, now.
Premium health, vision, and dental plans: Your health matters!
Mental health benefits: Personalized plans and programs to promote your mental well-being.
Extra help when you need it: Including a care concierge, plus free access to One Medical and the Calm app.
Family planning: Want to join #brewparents? Generous paid parental leave and fertility coverage for eligible employees.
Employee Resource Groups: Black Coffee, LGBTQ Brew, AAPI Brew, Cafe Con Leche, and Grounded
Gym and workout class reimbursements: It pays to be healthy.
Annual learning credit: Want to learn something new? We'll reimburse you.
BRIEF BREW HISTORY
Morning Brew Inc. was founded in 2015 by two entrepreneurial college students who noticed their peers were not consuming legacy media resources about business and finance news, but had a high desire to learn about those topics. What started as a small on-campus email has since evolved into a multi-channel media company that operates 20+ unique content franchises. All while maintaining our witty, honest and engaging tone that millions of loyal MBI audience members rely upon daily to better navigate the world.
In 2020 a majority stake in MBI was acquired by Axel Springer SE and in February 2025 that position was increased to full ownership of the business. Axel Springer SE is a family-owned, transatlantic media company headquartered in Berlin and New York that is committed to the values of a free and informed society. To learn more about Axel Springer SE and what defines us, visit http://axelspringer.com/en/what-defines-us.
Skills Required
- At least 8 years of journalism experience
- Ability to write in the Morning Brew style
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-starter attitude
- Attention to detail and strategic thinking
- Ability to operate in a high-pressure environment
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The Company
What We Do
Got five minutes? We can make you smarter. Morning Brew is the media company redefining the business news landscape through approachable, digestible—and not to brag—downright funny content. Across newsletters, podcasts, social media, and events, we reach an audience of over 3 million future and current business leaders. Founded in 2015 by Alex Lieberman and Austin Rief at the University of Michigan, the company has grown to include products that are invaluable to its readers. With our flagship daily newsletter, our lifestyle and recommendations publication, Sidekick, and our podcasts Business Casual and Founders Journal, Morning Brew creates accessible content for anyone interested in business. And for the people who love to dive deep on an industry, we have Emerging Tech Brew, Retail Brew, Marketing Brew, and our new vertical HR Brew. Along with our core values of curiosity, empathy, purpose, and having a challenger mentality, we are empowering business leaders—present and future—to make an impact on the world. Oh, and yes, we have great swag.
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