Reporter

The Press-Enterprise

Orange County, CA, US
Base: $24.04 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Strong news judgment and drive to compete
Write clean concise copy with seo headlines
Mine public records and campaign finance data
The role involves covering state and federal politics from a county perspective while acting as a watchdog on elected officials

Job Summary

  • The role involves covering state and federal politics from a county perspective while acting as a watchdog on elected officials.
  • Candidates must be able to mine public records for deep investigative pieces and produce stories for both digital and print platforms.
  • The position offers an hourly wage of $24.04 plus a cell phone stipend along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k.

Matching Summary

The role involves covering state and federal politics from a county perspective while acting as a watchdog on elected officials.

Salary

Base: $24.04 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, holidays, cell phone stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong news judgment and drive to compete
  • Write clean concise copy with SEO headlines
  • Mine public records and campaign finance data
  • Cultivate sources in person and via social media
  • Work under tight deadlines for breaking news
  • Collaborate with photo and graphics teams

Nice-to-have

  • Facility with multiple languages
  • Ability to take own photos
  • Experience pitching story ideas regularly
  • Comfortable working in collaborative culture

Key Requirements

  • At least two years of professional journalism experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
  • Prior political and/or government reporting experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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