Summary:
The San Diego Union-Tribune is looking for a reporter to cover homelessness and provide occasional general-assignment reporting. We are looking for a versatile journalist who will bring insight, perspective, and depth to a topic that is of special interest to our audience. The successful candidate must be able to juggle aggressive beat work and occasional breaking news while bringing an enterprise approach to the coverage, focusing on deeply reported, high-impact journalism.
What you will do:
Provide impactful enterprise stories and daily news reports for prominent display in print and on digital platforms
Build a network of sources
Demonstrate versatility, as stories may touch on a variety of topics
Write on deadline in a fast-paced environment; speed and accuracy are critical
Pitch story ideas on a regular basis
Maintain communication with a supervising editor
Understand and use company-provided hardware, software, and cloud-based equipment and systems for company business and tasks
Contribute to a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration
Pitch in on some weekend/holiday metro reporting shifts
What you will bring:
A minimum of three years of journalism experience and a degree or equivalent
Ability to simplify complex subjects in a clear, engaging way
Command of various journalistic writing forms, including narrative and explanatory, with solid news judgment and fluency in style
Capable of working cooperatively and adaptively in a team setting
Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Commitment to the fundamentals of journalism: fairness, accuracy, and accessibility
Strong interpersonal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills and an ability to work with people at all levels and across departments and divisions
The skill to mine human sources, documents, and data
Benefits and Compensation:
The hourly range is $31.25 - $33.17 + cell stipend. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: http://www.mybensite.com/sdut
Who we are:
The San Diego Union-Tribune is San Diego’s largest media company and its oldest business, dating back to the founding of the Union in 1868. From breaking news to local events and lifestyle features, the Union-Tribune’s diverse portfolio of publications has something for everyone in San Diego County. Explore our diverse offerings, including the award-winning San Diego Union-Tribune, the digital hub SanDiegoUnionTribune.com, and a collection of engaging community newspapers. We believe a diverse and representative newsroom is essential to achieving this goal and the San Diego Union-Tribune is committed to building a stronger, more inclusive San Diego.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply:
Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here. In addition to your resume, please include 3 to 4 samples showcasing your best work.
Closing Date:
Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
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