Reporter

Whittierdailynews

Orange County, California, USA
Base: $24.04ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Ability to write clean concise copy
Experience in political reporting
Strong news judgment and drive to compete
The Orange County Register is seeking an experienced reporter to cover state and federal-level politics and local education

Job Summary

  • The Orange County Register is seeking an experienced reporter to cover state and federal-level politics and local education.
  • Candidates should be aggressive and resourceful while keeping an eye on elected officials and school districts.
  • Employees in this role are represented by SCNG NewsGuild, and the company offers a variety of benefits including medical and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The Orange County Register is seeking an experienced reporter to cover state and federal-level politics and local education.

Salary

Base: $24.04/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ability to write clean concise copy
  • Experience in political reporting
  • Strong news judgment and drive to compete

Nice-to-have

  • Facility with multiple languages
  • Ability to take own photos
  • Eager to work in a collaborative environment

Key Requirements

  • At least two years of professional journalism experience
  • Ability to gather campaign finance data
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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