Senior News Reporter

The US Sun; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

26 days of vacation plus 6 public holidays

Training for career advancement

Access to a subsidized restaurant and fitness center

Broadcast studio access

Student loan retirement savings match program

Resumo da oferta

A leading digital journalism company in New York is seeking a skilled journalist with 3-5 years of experience. The role involves writing impactful stories, covering breaking news, and collaborating across teams to create engaging content. A competitive salary of $65,000-$75,000 is offered, along with generous PTO and opportunities for career growth.

Qualificações

• 3-5 years of journalism experience, with digital news focus.
• Ability to write engaging stories that capture attention.
• Familiarity with digital journalism legal aspects.

Responsabilidades

• Produce high-quality content quickly and accurately.
• Cover breaking news and ensure timely reporting.
• Collaborate with visuals departments for multimedia content.
• Engage with key figures for interviews.
• Use analytics to identify trending stories.
• Assist new editors and collaborate on story development.

Conhecimentos

Journalism experience

Concise writing

Tech-savvy

Social media proficiency

Legal knowledge of journalism

Ferramentas

WordPress

Analytics tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Why Join Us?

The U.S. Sun has quickly become a dominant force in digital journalism, delivering exclusive content on news, entertainment, lifestyle, and more. Since our US launch in 2020, we've exceeded traffic and revenue goals, establishing ourselves as the fastest-growing news site in the US.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive Salary: A competitive salary of $65,000-$75,000 annually with excellent benefits, including healthcare, dental, and 401K.
• Generous PTO: Enjoy 26 days of vacation plus 6 public holidays.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement, including training to transition into a news editing role.
• Prime Location: Work from our Midtown Manhattan office with access to a subsidized restaurant and fitness center.
• Additional Perks: Access an impressive broadcast studio and student loan retirement savings match program.

What You’ll Do

• Write Impactful Stories: Produce high-quality content quickly and accurately across various topics.
• Cover Breaking News: Be on the front lines of major stories and ensure timely reporting.
• Work Across Teams: Collaborate with the visuals departments to create multimedia-rich content.
• Conduct Interviews: Engage with key figures to gather insights and enrich stories.
• Maximize Traffic: Use your understanding of analytics to spot trending stories that resonate with our audience.
• Assist New Editors: Senior news reporters work with editors on pitching new stories and work with other general news reporters to develop their work.

Who You Are

• Experienced Reporter: At least 3-5 years of journalism experience and a background in digital news and breaking stories.
• Skilled Writer: You can write concisely and engagingly, ensuring every story captures the reader's attention.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiar with WordPress or similar platforms and comfortable working with analytics tools.
• Social Media Savvy: You can spot trending stories and use social media to amplify your content.
• Legal Knowledge: Understands the legal aspects of digital journalism, including copyright and defamation laws.

Shifts & Schedule

• Core Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Weekend Shifts: Occasional weekend and evening work is required, with remote options available.

We value diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.