Reporter, Metro Courts

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Job Description

The New York Times is looking for a dynamic reporter to cover a topical beat at a news cadence, with feature stories intermixed, applying relevant expertise to generate and, in consultation with editors, to pursue story ideas in the region or field for all media.

You will obtain information through interview, observation or research, and from other reporters, stringers and news services; ascertain the facts relevant to the assignment, evaluate them, present them in clear written or other form and in conformity with style, length or other requirements; revise copy as additional newsworthy material is received; work in parallel assignments where practicable. Discover and cultivate news sources and contacts; follow news trends.  Provide material, including but not limited to audio, video, and Web links as required and as practicable. 

This is a hybrid position based in New York and requires regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor news and deliver a steady stream of story ideas that help explain the region

• Develop sources locally to land exclusive stories and to establish beat authority

• Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom

• Write on deadline

• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

• You will report to a Metro Editor

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience at a journalism or media company or other relevant organization

• Writing skills that demonstrate mastery of journalistic style and standards, including ethical and superb news judgment

• A portfolio that includes news, enterprise and analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the New York court system

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.
The annual base pay salary for this role is between $111,049.64 and $140,000.00.

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