NYC News Reporter: Break News & In-Depth Features

AgUpdate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking a NYC-based News Reporter for Northeastern Global News, reporting on campus innovation and global conversations. This on-site role requires a journalist capable of rapid, accurate coverage across multiple platforms, based in New York City.

You will report to the Executive Editor, collaborate with media relations and multimedia teams, and contribute data-informed stories from a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years reporting experience with a commercial daily news organization.
• Demonstrated ability to handle breaking news with speed and accuracy.
• Experience interpreting public documents, filings, and data.
• Strong writing, interviewing, and source-building skills.
• Excellent news judgment.
• Ability to multitask, manage deadlines, and respond quickly to developing stories.

Responsibilities

• Report, write, and publish breaking news, daily stories, and enterprise features for a large audience.
• Work closely with editors to refine pitches, shape coverage, and maintain high standards of accuracy.
• Develop reliable sources and maintain strong relationships across the Northeastern community and relevant stakeholder groups.
• Produce stories that are clear, engaging, and accessible to readers.
• Collaborate with media relations, social media, and multimedia teams to enhance stories with data, graphics, photos, and video.
• Monitor analytics and audience metrics to inform reporting and follow-up coverage.
• Adhere to guidelines and fact-check thoroughly.

Skills

News reporting

Breaking news

Interviewing

Source-building

Writing and editing

Multiplatform storytelling

Job description

Northeastern University is seeking a NYC-based News Reporter for Northeastern Global News, reporting on campus innovation and global conversations. This on-site role requires a journalist capable of rapid, accurate coverage across multiple platforms, based in New York City.

You will report to the Executive Editor, collaborate with media relations and multimedia teams, and contribute data-informed stories from a fast-paced newsroom environment.