Breaking News Reporter - Weekend
Company:The Daily Beast
Location:Australia, AEST
Languages:English
Seniority level:Middle, 3+ years
Experience:3+ years
Skills:
SEOAgile methodologiesCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCustomer serviceTime ManagementEditingAdaptabilityCritical thinkingTeamworkResearchReportingWritingCustomer support
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in news reporting, preferably online Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and specific targets Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities:
Identify and pitch stories Write intelligent, exciting copy with a punchy attitude Collaborate with editors and other reporters Produce clean, concise, and accurate copy Locate original sources, make calls, create sources, and conduct interviews Work with new CMS and other systems Write across U.S. politics, world news, entertainment, sport, media, and weather Communicate effectively with the global team across multiple zones Identify and download video Identify news outlets for scoops Be fluent across various social media platforms Understand the Daily Beast's voice and dynamic tone
