Reporter

What You Will Do

Break news and own major developments across the Peninsula
Go beyond daily updates to deliver reporting that explains impact and stakes
Build deep sourcing across government, neighborhoods, business, advocacy groups and community organizations
Pursue accountability reporting using documents, data and public records
Collaborate across the newsroom on high-impact coverage
Report and publish across platforms in real time
Own this beat: you can move fast, think critically, and consistently deliver journalism that goes beyond incremental updates

You’ll have a hand in covering the biggest stories shaping the Peninsula, from housing and homelessness to downtown development, coastal resilience, transportation, public safety and the influence of tech and life sciences on local communities
You’ll be expected to break news and drive the daily conversation while also producing deeply reported work that explains what’s changing, who’s affected and why it matters now
Work independently and collaboratively, partnering with editors, photographers and other reporters to produce journalism across platforms

What You Will Bring

Strong news judgment and a competitive drive
The ability to write clean, engaging stories with clarity and authority
A track record of producing reporting that goes beyond surface-level coverage
Experience working sources, records and data to uncover original stories
The ability to manage multiple stories under deadline pressure
Comfort reporting and publishing across digital platforms and social media
Comfortable chasing a late-night development, filing quickly on deadline and stepping back to build sources, analyze records and deliver enterprise that holds up over time.

Absolutely at least five years of professional journalism experience, ideally including breaking news and government, housing, business or accountability coverage
Additional language skills are a plus

Benefits And Compensation

The hourly wage range is $30.80 - $34.33 + cell stipend and mileage reimbursement.
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: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

How To Apply

Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.

In addition to your resume, please include 3-4 clips 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