Fast-Paced Breaking News Reporter

Nashville Public Radio

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

The Daily Beast is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Breaking News Reporter to join our news team in New York. This role covers fast-moving stories across national news, politics, entertainment, and world affairs, requiring sharp judgment and a quick turnaround on deadline-driven copy.

We value candidates with robust reporting experience, the ability to develop exclusive details through interviews and sources, and the wit, authority, and punch that set The Daily Beast apart.

Qualifications

Three+ years of writing and reporting for national or large regional outlets.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Willingness to collaborate with reporters and editors.
Strong writing and reporting skills.
Weekend availability.
Knowledge of U.S. politics, world news, entertainment, sports, and media.

Responsibilities

Contribute to breaking news coverage.
Report and write news items on deadline.
Spot emerging stories before they dominate national headlines.
Identify and pitch stories that matter to our audience and write intelligent, punchy copy.
Produce clean, concise and accurate copy in a breaking news environment.
Be able to locate original sources for stories and conduct interviews if necessary.
Write across topics including U.S. politics, world news, entertainment, sports, and media.

Skills

News reporting

Strong writing

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Job description

We value candidates with robust reporting experience, the ability to develop exclusive details through interviews and sources, and the wit, authority, and punch that set The Daily Beast apart.

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