Pros
- Some of the editors here are genuinely lovely people and excellent journalists. - If you are on the editorial staff, there are opportunities to travel on Press trips, you spend time behind the scenes of glamorous photo shoots, there are constant invites to high-profile Washington D.C. events, occasional free merch - Opportunities to interview prominent politicians and celebrities in DC - Plenty of print bylines for your portfolio - Always paid on time
Cons
- this is a family owned and operated publication. The Editor in Chief is married to the so called CEO, neither of which have the slightest idea what they're doing. Being in meetings when they fight is incredibly uncomfortable... feels more like marriage counseling. Both are unreasonable and selfish people who will never give up their titles, despite not doing any of the work that comes with the roles. - the Washington Life 'office' is actually a cramped, freezing, dingy space in the couple's garage... it's gross and wouldn't pass a health and safety check - the magazine doesn't generate money (not unusual for a regional publication unfortunately), so expect VERY low pay and no promotions, as they aren't going to risk having to give you a bonus - ALL employees are made to feel dispensable - articles will promote the couple's friends more often than real news - Basically, only work here if you're okay staying at the same editorial level your entire career, but do enjoy the magazine's perks