Reporter

Times-Herald Publishing Corp

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 Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics, local education, and key issues from a county perspective

Job Summary

  • The Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics, local education, and key issues from a county perspective.
  • The role requires the ability to mine public records for deep investigative pieces while producing strong enterprise and breaking news for digital and print platforms.
  • Employees are represented by SCNG NewsGuild and receive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401k, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics, local education, and key issues from a county perspective.

Salary

Base: $24.04 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, PTO, 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
  • Gather and decipher campaign finance data
  • Work on deadline in fast-paced environment
  • Cultivate sources in person and via social media

Nice-to-have

  • Facility with multiple languages is a plus
  • Ability to take own photos is a plus
  • Collaborative teamwork culture
  • Pitch story ideas regularly
  • Experience with visual storytelling tools

Key Requirements

  • At least two years of professional journalism experience
  • Prior political and/or government reporting experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
  • Must pass pre-employment background check and MVR

Work Rights

Not specified

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