Breaking News Reporter, Weekend
Job Description:
- 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, exciting copy with a punchy attitude that separates us from other outlets.
- Produce clean, concise and accurate copy in a breaking news environment that requires a fast pace and can-do attitude.
- Be able to locate original sources for stories and be comfortable making calls, creating sources and conducting interviews if necessary.
- Be comfortable writing across a variety of topics including U.S. politics, world news, entertainment, sports, and media.
- An understanding of the Daily Beast’s voice and dynamic tone.
Requirements:
- Three years writing and reporting news for a national or large regional newspaper, website or TV station.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects and deadlines.
- Willingness to collaborate with other reporters and editors.
- Strong writing and reporting skills.
- An understanding of pressing topics.
- A self-starter who can conceive and execute stories with impact.
- Ability to take initiative, receive constructive feedback, and work with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated capacity to work well in a team environment.
- Willingness to work weekend shifts.
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