Maria Sibylla Merian's scientific illustration depicting caterpillars in various stages of growth on flowering branches, with a fully transformed moth visible at lower right—a visual representation of thriving through change

ONA Weekly #586: We’re here for you, whatever comes next

By on November 5, 2025

As Niketa Patel, ONA’s CEO/Executive Director, recently shared, ONA’s “new north star is to help journalism not just survive change, but thrive through it.” We know news of journalism industry layoffs can hit hard, no matter your role. That’s why this week we’re compiling some of our favorite resources to help you think through what’s next — whether you’re actively looking for your next opportunity or considering where you want to grow.

We also want to hear how you’re doing. What resources are you finding most helpful right now? What would make a real difference for you in this moment? Send us a note and let us know — we’re listening.

ONA Career Center

Our Career Center now not only showcases jobs and fellowships (like the ones listed lower down in this newsletter!) but also provides free resources through our partners at YM Careers including resume reviews and career advice articles. Looking for specific opportunity openings? Set up your account to receive alerts tailored to your interests and needs.

Consider going solo

Our friends at Project C are hosting a free virtual session Nov. 24 for recently laid-off journalists to hear from independent journalists running their own newsletters, podcasts, social video brands and more. The discussion will get into how to get started if you’re freelancing or between jobs, plus building a durable brand, an income stream and audience loyalty. Sign up to request your spot.

Refresh your resume

If you’re looking to polish up your professional story, check out this evergreen session from ONA’s virtual Career Day. Hanaa Rifaey, Lynette Clemetson, Adriana Lacy and Leonor Ayala Polley offer best practices for making sure you’re putting your best foot forward if you’re applying for a new role. Watch the recording.

Join award-winning reporters and Knight Foundation CEO Maribel Perez Wadsworth for insights on the future of news and stories that change lives.

Take control of your career story

  • Kathy Lu, who is leading ONA’s 2025 Women’s Leadership Accelerator program, hosted a LinkedIn Live conversation earlier today along with executive coach Jahna Berry about being the boss of your own career narrative. Catch up on the conversation on LinkedIn.
  • We’re big fans of Bridget Thoreson’s Career River thinking, especially when at a career delta and evaluating where to go. Check out her excellent resources and newsletter for more inspiration.
  • Feeling like you’ve done a little of everything in your employment history and wondering where to go from here? We’re still thinking about this throwback session hosted at ONA18 that invites you to lean into your zig-zag to show your adaptability and diverse range of expertise. Listen to speakers and fellow zig-zaggers Sara Catania, P. Kim Bui and Tracie Powell unpack how to tell the story of a winding career path.

Mark Your Calendar

Elsewhere on our radar

Career opportunities

ONA’s Career Center is an excellent resource for jobs, fellowships and internships in digital journalism. Recent postings include:

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