Breaking News Reporter, Weekend

Weekend Breaking News Reporter

The Daily Beast is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Weekend Breaking News Reporter to join our news team.

About the Role

The Weekend Breaking News Reporter will report and write quick, high-impact news items on everything from national news and politics and to pop culture and celebrity. The ideal candidate will have an ability to produce stories that stay a half-step ahead of the competition. In addition, they must have demonstrated skills to weave interviews, anecdotes, and exclusive details into compelling narratives.

The reporter must have a high news metabolism and be ready to find sources, sift through public records, break news, and write with flair. And have experience as a news reporter and the clips to show it. 

Candidates must be available to work weekend shifts. There are two distinct roles: one covering a daytime schedule (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday) and another covering an evening schedule (4 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Friday and Saturday).

What You'll Do:

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.