News Reporter, Oakland Campus

Northeastern University

Oakland, CA, United States
Base: $82,725.00 - $116,846.25; bonus/equity: not ...
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3-5 years commercial daily news experience
Breaking news reporting under tight deadlines
Strong writing and interviewing skills
** Northeastern University is seeking a News Reporter for its Oakland campus, focusing on delivering accurate and compelling journalism on various topics, particularly related to innovation and campus life. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of reporting experience in a daily news organization, with strong skills in writing, source-building, and handling tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves reporting on innovation, discoveries, and campus life across Northeastern's West Coast and Canadian campuses.
  • Candidates must deliver accurate, timely, and compelling journalism across multiple platforms with a focus on breaking news and enterprise features.
  • The position requires full-time on-site work in Oakland, CA, including routine after-hours work on weekends and holidays.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Northeastern University is seeking a News Reporter for its Oakland campus, focusing on delivering accurate and compelling journalism on various topics, particularly related to innovation and campus life. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of reporting experience in a daily news organization, with strong skills in writing, source-building, and handling tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. **

Salary

Base: $82,725.00 - $116,846.25; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, PTO, tuition assistance, wellness, retirement, commuting

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-5 years commercial daily news experience
  • Breaking news reporting under tight deadlines
  • Strong writing and interviewing skills
  • Source building and relationship management
  • Digital publishing tools familiarity

Nice-to-have

  • Multimedia or video reporting experience
  • Data journalism and visual storytelling
  • SEO and audience engagement strategies
  • Curiosity and accountability mindset
  • Fast-paced environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • 3-5 years reporting experience with commercial daily news organization
  • Demonstrated ability to handle breaking news with speed and accuracy
  • Strong news judgment and fact-checking abilities

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