Part-Time Reporter

New York Post Group; New York (NY); Remote; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York Post is seeking a Part-Time Reporter (20–24 hours per week) to join our Sunday team. We’re looking for a journalist with strong writing skills, curiosity, and a sharp eye for what makes a good story—someone who can move quickly, spot news value, and deliver clean, compelling copy on a tight timeline.

You'll help contribute to one of the most widely read print editions in the country, supporting our Sunday coverage and covering a range of topics from news to entertainment with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of reporting or newsroom experience preferred (internships count).
• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Ability to work on deadline and adapt quickly to breaking news.
• Comfortable covering a range of topics, from news and politics to entertainment.
• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Passion for journalism and the fast-moving media world.

Responsibilities

• Cover assigned stories and conduct interviews
• Pitch interesting, relevant, and creative stories for our Sunday paper and Saturday web coverage
• Rewrite and update existing stories as needed
• Aggregate breaking news and trending topics from trusted sources
• Write clean, engaging copy for both print and digital
• Work collaboratively with editors and other reporters to develop strong story ideas
• Stay on top of news developments and flag timely angles

Skills

Strong writing

Research skills

Deadline-driven

Interviewing

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to cover a range of topics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Job description

Job Description

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, Fashion and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 225 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, Fashion and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 225 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.

The New York Post is seeking a Part-Time Reporter (20–24 hours per week) to join our Sunday team. We're looking for a journalist with strong writing skills, curiosity, and a sharp eye for what makes a good story — someone who can move quickly, spot news value, and deliver clean, compelling copy on a tight timeline.

You'll help contribute to one of the most widely read print editions in the country, supporting our Sunday coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover assigned stories and conduct interviews


• Pitch interesting, relevant, and creative stories for our Sunday paper and Saturday web coverage


• Rewrite and update existing stories as needed


• Aggregate breaking news and trending topics from trusted sources


• Write clean, engaging copy for both print and digital


• Work collaboratively with editors and other reporters to develop strong story ideas


• Stay on top of news developments and flag timely angles

Requirements

• 3+ years of reporting or newsroom experience preferred (internships count)


• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field


• Strong writing and research skills


• Ability to work on deadline and adapt quickly to breaking news


• Comfortable covering a range of topics, from news and politics to entertainment


• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail


• Passion for journalism and the fast-moving media world

Note: This position is eligible for remote work. The shift schedule is Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST.

Please note that this is an engagement facilitated through a third-party vendor. While the role supports The New York Post, employment and payroll will be managed by the vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets

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Base Pay Range: $30.00 - $45.00 Hourly

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees