Bilingual Digital Reporter: Community News & Breaking

Agupdate; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Republic is seeking a digital-first bilingual reporter for La Voz, its Spanish-language desk. This role focuses on Spanish-language community coverage in Phoenix and Arizona, delivering breaking news, features and enterprise in both Spanish and English.

Ideal candidates will leverage AP style, social channels and reader interactions to inform coverage, while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, newsroom environment. A journalism degree and Spanish newsroom experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Spanish fluency required.
• Strong command of AP grammar and style.
• Strong copy-editing skills and the ability to produce breaking news and long-form content that is clean, accurate and publication ready.
• Use metrics to inform story choices and shape beat strategies.
• Familiar with social media to enhance reporting and share journalism.
• Established understanding of media ethics and sourcing.
• Requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and minimum liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and build connections in the Spanish-speaking community of metro Phoenix to craft service journalism and answer reader questions.
• Produce a combination of breaking news, daily enterprise, feature and multi-sourced stories in Spanish and English in a fast-paced, 24/7 news cycle.
• Report community-centered stories from quick-turn breaking news to deeper features.
• Use search insights to connect with readers on trending topics.
• Engage with readers through platforms including social, video and newsletters.

Skills

Spanish fluency

AP grammar and style

copy-editing

news judgment

social media proficiency

audience engagement

analytical ability

interpersonal skills

time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in communications/journalism/marketing or related field

equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Social media platforms (X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)

AP style guide

Job description

The Arizona Republic is seeking a digital-first bilingual reporter for La Voz, its Spanish-language desk. This role focuses on Spanish-language community coverage in Phoenix and Arizona, delivering breaking news, features and enterprise in both Spanish and English.

Ideal candidates will leverage AP style, social channels and reader interactions to inform coverage, while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, newsroom environment. A journalism degree and Spanish newsroom experience are preferred.