Lifestyle Reporter

MFI Technologies Incorporated; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

MFI Technologies Incorporated is seeking an experienced Reporter in New York to produce high-quality lifestyle content. You will handle field assignments, conduct remote interviews (including video), and turn around both short-form and long-form articles.

Applicants should submit recent clips and demonstrate strong storytelling, newsroom experience, and familiarity with AP style and social media trends. A collaborative, independent work approach is valued.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of reporting and writing experience, preferably in lifestyle topics.
• Strong ability to identify trending news or viral trends for readers.
• Experience with online publications and newsroom environments.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and forums (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit).

Responsibilities

• Deliver both short-form and long-form articles with compelling storytelling.
• Handle field assignments and remote interviews, including video components.
• Submit recent clips of your work for consideration.

Skills

Storytelling

News reporting

Social media

Video editing

AP style

SEO knowledge

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Multimedia interests

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Tools

Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Role Type

Full-time

Responsibilities

• In addition to masterful storytelling and production, the Reporter will be tasked with field assignments as well as remote interviews, including video. The Reporter will be responsible for turning around both short-form and long-form articles.
• You must submit recent clips of your work in order to be considered.

Requirements

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• At least 3-5 years of experience reporting and writing, preferably with Lifestyle topic verticals
• Ability to identify trending news or viral trends impacting, or being of interest to, readers of Fox News Lifestyle
• Relevant reporting and writing experience for online publications, preferably in a newsroom setting
• Close familiarity with social media platforms and forums including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, etc.
• Familiarity with Photoshop or photo-editing software, as well as with Adobe Premiere Pro video editing
• Thorough knowledge of Associated Press style guide
• An understanding of SEO and its importance
• Ability to work independently and efficiently combined with a strong sense team play
• Excellent communication skills
• Multimedia interests preferred
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• An "all-in" mentality to help team achieve its goals

This is NOT an on-air/host position.

Full-time

Compensation

Compensation: $74,000 - $93,000 /year USD