Breaking News Reporter — Fast, Sharp & On Deadline

Palabra; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Daily Beast in New York is seeking a dynamic Breaking News Reporter to join our fast-paced news team. You will cover national and world stories, write on deadline, and develop exclusive details through interviews, sources and public records.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of reporting experience for a national or major outlet, impeccable news judgment, and the ability to identify emerging stories with speed and wit. Weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years writing and reporting for a national or large regional outlet.
• Proven ability to produce fast, accurate, original reporting.
• Experience developing exclusive details through sources and records.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to breaking news coverage.
• Report and write news items on deadline.
• Spot emerging stories before they dominate headlines.
• Pitch and write compelling stories with a punchy attitude.
• Produce clean, concise copy in a fast-paced environment.
• Locate original sources, make calls, and conduct interviews.
• Write across topics including politics, world news, entertainment, sports.

Skills

Strong writing

News judgment

Speed on deadline

Interviewing

Source development

Job description

The Daily Beast in New York is seeking a dynamic Breaking News Reporter to join our fast-paced news team. You will cover national and world stories, write on deadline, and develop exclusive details through interviews, sources and public records.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of reporting experience for a national or major outlet, impeccable news judgment, and the ability to identify emerging stories with speed and wit. Weekend shifts are required.