Mediabistro Is Back: The #1 Job Board for Media, Content, and Creative Professionals

Published: February 2026

In this article: A New Chapter | Why Mediabistro Matters Now | What We’re Building | For Employers Who Hire Creative Talent | For Storytellers Ready for What’s Next | FAQ

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On January 1, 2026, Mediabistro became an independent company once again. After years of changing hands, from its founding in 1999 through a $23 million acquisition, multiple ownership transitions, and an extended period of underinvestment, the leading job board and professional community for media, content, and creative professionals is now operating under new leadership. And we have a singular mission: bring the best of Mediabistro back, and then bring it forward.

My name is Miles Jennings, and I’m the CEO of Mediabistro. I want to share where we’ve been, where we’re going, and why I believe this platform matters more today than at any point in its 25-year history.

The Separation: A Fresh Start for an Iconic Brand

Mediabistro separated from its previous corporate structure on January 1, 2026, and now operates as the flagship brand of CognoGroup, a company that brings together tech to build human capabilities.

For context: I spent over a decade at Recruiter.com, where I bootstrapped the company to a NASDAQ listing, executed more than 10 acquisitions, and built recruiting technology used by startups and Fortune 100 companies. Before that, I managed P&L for a region at Modis, a recruiting company (Adecco Group), and worked at the job board Indeed.com (albeit very briefly). I’ve spent my entire career at the intersection of technology and talent, combined with building on the web and driving online visibility. And I can tell you with certainty that what Mediabistro has, its community, its brand recognition in the media industry, its 25 years of trust, is genuinely rare and almost impossible to build from scratch these days. The brand was neglected, but we’re going to change that.

Why Mediabistro Matters More Than Ever

The media industry is in the middle of a structural transformation. Generative AI has flooded the market with synthetic content. Newsrooms continue to restructure, and the creator economy is maturing. The professionals who actually do the work, the journalists, editors, copywriters, content strategists, video producers, social media managers, and creative directors, need a dedicated home. They need a place built specifically for them, where every listing and every conversation is about storytelling.

LinkedIn serves everyone. Mediabistro is built for the specific nuances of media hiring. When a publisher in New York needs a senior editor who understands long-form narrative, or when a streaming company in Los Angeles needs a content strategist who can think across platforms, or when a brand in Chicago needs a copywriter who can write for humans in the age of AI, those employers need a targeted job board where the talent pool is already qualified and engaged.

Mediabistro is the only platform exclusively focused on connecting employers with media, content, and creative professionals at scale. Over 15,000 employers have posted jobs on Mediabistro. More than 1 million professionals have registered on the platform. And our new Substack community has grown to more than 70,000 subscribers with our old-but-new-again newsletter. We look forward to building this readership and community.

What We’re Building

Internally, we call our revitalization plan “Project Renaissance.” We have a lot of deep work to do, and this goes well beyond the website refresh that we just did. We’re rebuilding the infrastructure for how creative professionals find work, develop skills, and connect with each other in an AI-transformed industry.

Here’s what we’re focused on:

1. The Intelligent Career Hub for Media Jobs

Mediabistro has always been the number one job board for media, publishing, journalism, content marketing, and creative professional jobs. That will stay the same. What we want to change is how employers and candidates interact on the platform. We’re looking at ways to move beyond the transactional, post-and-pray model toward something smarter, where the right jobs reach the right people faster. That could mean better matching, a more useful talent database, and tools that make ongoing hiring on Mediabistro easier and more affordable. We’re still figuring out exactly what that looks like, but the direction is clear.

For job seekers, this means more relevant opportunities faster. For employers, it means less time sifting through unqualified applications and more time talking to people who can actually do the work.

We also changed the pricing structure immediately. We lowered our monthly subscription to $199, brought back a one-time job post option so employers are never forced into a subscription, and introduced an unlimited posting plan for $799 for companies that hire frequently. The goal was to make it easy and affordable for any employer to post media and creative jobs on Mediabistro, whether they’re filling one role or twenty.

2. Smarter Search and Discovery

One of Mediabistro’s most underutilized assets is its freelancer and talent database. We’re exploring ways to apply AI to improve how employers search for and discover creative talent on the platform and to re-engineer the tech infrastructure. An employer looking for “a tech writer with a sharp, conversational tone who’s published in consumer and B2B” should be able to find that person quickly, based on actual portfolio content and work history, rather than relying on basic keyword filters. We’re actively looking at how to make that kind of intelligent search a reality for media hiring.

3. Upgrading the Jobseeker Experience

We’re planning a full upgrade to the jobseeker side of the platform, with a particular focus on freelance and project-based work. The creative economy increasingly runs on projects: a brand needs a video producer for a campaign, a publisher needs a writer for a series, an agency needs a designer for a rebrand. Mediabistro should reflect that.

We’re looking at enhancing our freelance profile features so creative professionals can showcase project-based work front and center, making it easier for employers to find the right person for the right project. Bringing project-based work to the forefront is a priority.

4. Community for the Creative Class

Mediabistro was founded in 1999 as a community. Laurel Touby started it as a gathering place for media professionals in New York: cocktail parties, networking events, a shared sense of identity among people who tell stories for a living. Over 25 years, the industry moved online, the ownership changed hands multiple times, and that community ethos faded.

Our Substack newsletter already reaches tens of thousands of engaged media professionals every week. We’re planning to expand into paid membership tiers with access to private community channels, rate-transparency data, and peer networking. The goal is to make Mediabistro feel like a professional home for the people who work in media, content, and the creative industries. Bring the bistro back to Mediabistro.

Why Employers Should Post Jobs on Mediabistro

If you hire for roles in media, content, publishing, entertainment, advertising, or any creative discipline, Mediabistro is an efficient and targeted platform. Here’s why it matters:

• Audience quality. The professionals on Mediabistro are here because they work in media. They’re editors, writers, content strategists, social media managers, video producers, UX writers, copywriters, designers, and creative directors. When you post a job on Mediabistro, you’re reaching an audience that is already pre-qualified by industry. Every applicant in your pipeline already works in media and creative fields.
• 25 years of trust. Mediabistro has been the go-to job board for media professionals since 1999. Major publishers, broadcasters, agencies, and brands have posted thousands of jobs here. That history is a real signal to candidates that the opportunities listed here are legitimate and industry-specific.
• Flexible, affordable plans. We restructured pricing from day one. Monthly subscriptions start at $199, one-time job posts are available for employers who prefer that, and our $799 unlimited plan lets high-volume hirers post as many roles as they need. Whether you’re a boutique publishing house or a global media conglomerate, there’s a plan that fits.

For the People Who Tell the World’s Stories

Mediabistro exists for journalists, editors, writers, content marketers, video producers, social media professionals, podcasters, UX writers, designers, creative directors, and every professional who works at the intersection of media, content, and storytelling.

And speaking of storytelling, did you hear that the WSJ reported that job postings for “Storytellers” doubled? There is a reason for that. The industry is going through enormous change. AI is reshaping workflows. Business models are in flux. The definition of “media” itself keeps expanding.

But the core truth remains: organizations need talented humans who can tell compelling stories, build audiences, and create content that actually means something. Demand for skilled creative professionals continues to evolve, even as the tools they use change. And the professionals who invest in their craft, adapt to new tools, and stay connected to a strong professional network are the ones who will thrive.

That’s what we’re building Mediabistro to support. A place to find your next job (and we’re very good at that), and a full platform for building a creative career that’s resilient and connected.

What Comes Next

So, to be clear, this is hard. Reviving a 25-year-old brand while simultaneously modernizing its technology, rebuilding its revenue model, and expanding its community, all at a small company, is a serious undertaking. But I believe we have a solid background and institutional knowledge, plenty of operational focus, and a team that is enthusiastic and driven.

That’s usually all it takes to succeed, but we’re thankful to also be starting with a storied brand.

For Employers and Hiring Managers

If you’re searching for the best place to post media jobs, content marketing jobs, journalism jobs, publishing jobs, creative director jobs, freelance creative jobs, or any role in the media and creative industries, Mediabistro is built for you. Our job posting platform reaches a highly targeted audience of qualified media and creative professionals, so your listing works harder from day one. Start posting today.

For Creative and Media Professionals

If you’re looking for your next opportunity in media, content, or creative work, Mediabistro is the one job board built entirely around your career. Browse full-time and freelance jobs, build your freelance profile, and join the community that has supported media careers for over 25 years. We’re upgrading the entire jobseeker experience, with a focus on project-based work and freelance profiles that let you showcase what you actually do.

Over the coming months, you’ll see a refreshed platform, new employer tools, and deeper community features. We’ll share updates here and through our Substack newsletter. Subscribe to stay connected.

Mediabistro is the home for media, content, and creative professionals. It always has been. But we’re going to carry it into the future.

– Miles Jennings, CEO of Mediabistro

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mediabistro

What is Mediabistro?

Mediabistro is the leading job board and professional community for media, content, and creative professionals. Founded in 1999, Mediabistro connects employers with qualified journalists, editors, writers, copywriters, content strategists, social media managers, video producers, designers, and creative directors. With over 1 million registered professionals, 70,000+ newsletter subscribers, and 25 years of industry trust, Mediabistro is the most targeted platform for hiring in the media and creative industries.

Who should post jobs on Mediabistro?

Any employer hiring for media, content, creative, publishing, entertainment, or advertising roles should post jobs on Mediabistro. This includes publishers, broadcasters, streaming companies, PR and advertising agencies, brand content teams, digital media companies, and any organization that needs talented writers, editors, producers, designers, strategists, or creative professionals. Mediabistro’s focused audience means your listing reaches qualified candidates faster than generalist platforms.

How much does it cost to post a job on Mediabistro?

Mediabistro offers flexible pricing for employers. Monthly subscriptions start at $199, one-time job posts are available for employers who prefer a single listing, and the $799 unlimited plan allows companies to post as many roles as they need. No long-term contract is required for the monthly subscription. Visit our job posting page to get started.

What types of jobs are posted on Mediabistro?

Mediabistro specializes in jobs across the media and creative industries, including editorial and journalism positions, content marketing and strategy roles, copywriting and UX writing, social media management, video and podcast production, graphic and digital design, creative direction, public relations, publishing, and advertising. Both full-time and freelance opportunities are listed.

Does Mediabistro have freelance and project-based jobs?

Yes. Mediabistro lists both full-time and freelance opportunities across media and creative industries. The platform is actively upgrading its freelance profile features and bringing project-based work to the forefront, so creative professionals can showcase project portfolios, and employers can find the right person for specific projects, campaigns, and assignments.

How is Mediabistro different from LinkedIn or Indeed for media jobs?

Mediabistro is the only major job platform exclusively focused on media, content, and creative professionals. Generalist platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed serve all industries, while Mediabistro’s entire audience consists of creative professionals. This means employers get higher-quality, more relevant applicants, and job seekers find opportunities specifically matched to their creative skills and experience. Mediabistro also offers industry-specific resources, community features, and educational content built around the media profession.

What is CognoGroup, and how does it relate to Mediabistro?

CognoGroup (OTCID: CGNO) is a company focused on building human capability through technology. Mediabistro operates as CognoGroup’s flagship brand following the company’s separation on January 1, 2026. Under CEO Miles Jennings, CognoGroup is investing in the modernization and growth of Mediabistro as the premier career platform for the creative industry.

What is Project Renaissance?

Project Renaissance is Mediabistro’s strategic revitalization plan. It encompasses modernizing the job board with smarter matching, exploring AI-powered search and talent discovery for employers, a full upgrade to the jobseeker experience with enhanced freelance and project-based profile features, and expanding community features for media professionals. The goal is to transform Mediabistro from a traditional job board into an intelligent career platform for the creative class.

How can I stay updated on Mediabistro’s progress?

Subscribe to the Mediabistro newsletter on Substack for weekly industry news, job picks, and platform updates. You can also follow Mediabistro on X (Twitter) and check the parent company (CognoGroup’s) blog for the latest announcements.