Reporter

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 platformsBuild a network of sourcesDemonstrate versatility, as stories may touch on a variety of topicsWrite on deadline in a fast-paced environment; speed and accuracy are criticalPitch story ideas on a regular basisMaintain communication with a supervising editorUnderstand and use company-provided hardware, software, and cloud-based equipment and systems for company business and tasksContribute to a positive culture of teamwork and collaborationPitch in on some weekend/holiday metro reporting shiftsWhat you will bring:

A minimum of three years of journalism experience and a degree or equivalentAbility to simplify complex subjects in a clear, engaging wayCommand of various journalistic writing forms, including narrative and explanatory, with solid news judgment and fluency in styleCapable of working cooperatively and adaptively in a team settingProven ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environmentCommitment to the fundamentals of journalism: fairness, accuracy, and accessibilityStrong interpersonal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills and an ability to work with people at all levels and across departments and divisionsThe 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: www.mysdut.

comWho 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 checksMust possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have reliable transportationTravel - 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 neededMust be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours