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The Atlantic Media Fellowship — A Unique Opportunity for Exceptional Talent

What is the Atlantic Media Fellowship Program?

The Atlantic Media Fellowship Competition was first announced in Spring 2008 as a means of selecting 5-10 exceptional or aspiring writers, editors and other online media talents to join our team for a nine-month appointment charged with the responsibility of helping launch, research, write and edit new websites. The 2008-09 Fellows will help conceive new web concepts, develop their structure, design and voice, and complete the daily operations, writing and editing once the publications are launched; our Fellows will be engaged in website creation from first to last.

Who is an Atlantic Media Fellow?

In deciding among candidates, Atlantic Media seeks in all Fellows two "Pillar Qualities." In addition, there is a set of attributes — sought but not required — that may advance a candidacy.

Selection Criteria

"Pillar Qualities" Sought in All Fellows

  • Force of Intellect
    Atlantic Media seeks in its Fellows a high intelligence as manifested, often, in an exceptional academic record at one of the nation's more competitive colleges.
  • Spirit of Generosity
    Equally, Atlantic Media seeks what we term a spirit of generosity — a natural disposition towards service and selfless conduct.

Additional Attributes Sought but Not Required

(truly spiking as to even one quality, below, is entirely sufficient)

  • Gift for original ideas and original creations
  • Exceptional writing voice
  • Acute wit that may manifest itself in headlines, photo captions, original satire
  • Knowledge of markets, the economy and global business
  • Strong world view informed by classic liberal values
  • Keen marketing intuition or online operations expertise
  • Strong designer's eye
  • Strong technical or Human-Computer Interactivity (HCI) skills

How do I apply for the 2009-10 Fellowship?

Atlantic Media collected over 500 applications for our inaugural application process, with 5 Fellows ultimately selected to come on board in September 2008. As this year's competition garnered such strong success, we are excited to begin preparation for the 2009 application process.

Individuals considering future application should be current students at or recent graduates of undergraduate or graduate programs and will be compensated $30,000 - $40,000, depending on experience. There is some prospect, but no certainty, that Fellows may be offered employment with Atlantic Media following the fellowship.

Additional details regarding the 2009-10 Fellowship application process and timeline will be released in Spring 2009.