Silicon Valley Correspondent, The California Post

The California Post is seeking a seasoned, San Francisco-based Silicon Valley Correspondent with a proven track record of breaking exclusive stories at the intersection of tech, big money, and society.

About the role

This role is for a journalist who wants to transcend traditional business reporting and capture the characters, influence, and cultural moments shaping the modern tech world. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the people behind the power in Silicon Valley, from personalities and shifting power dynamics to the unique social culture that defines the city.

Responsibilities

• Regularly obtain exclusives and write daily breaking stories in the world of tech, focusing on society and trends rather than straight business coverage
• Develop and pitch innovative story ideas that capture audience interest and set The California Post apart from competitors
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with sources and representatives
• Conduct interviews with major players in the tech sector
• Represent The California Post at meetings and industry events
• Think strategically about the daily news cycle and contribute to ongoing coverage of trending stories
• Work independently as a self-starter, thinking quickly on your feet
• Use traffic analytics to guide coverage and determine successes
• Collaborate seamlessly with video, photo, and other departments to enhance daily news coverage

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working in a major breaking news organization
• Proven ability to break news and secure noteworthy exclusives in the tech world, with a focus on big money, society, and trends
• Extensive knowledge of tech movers and shakers, with a robust network of contacts and sources
• Expertise in obtaining and interpreting court documents and following legal proceedings
• Exceptional writing and reporting skills, with the ability to create engaging and accurate content under tight deadlines
• On-camera experience and proficiency in conducting interviews
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced online news environment

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule with flexibility to cover live events and work outside traditional business hours when needed
• Based remotely in San Francisco (work arrangements subject to change based on business needs)

Pay

Base pay range: $125,000 – $170,000. This range reflects our good faith estimate and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Bonus-eligible roles include targets determined by market benchmarks and individual contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.