Summary:
The South Florida Sun Sentinel is seeking an enterprising, versatile News Reporter to cover Broward and Palm Beach counties. In this highly competitive market, breaking news is a core part of the role, but your primary priority will be developing deep, enterprise reporting off that news. We need a journalist who can seamlessly pivot across a wide range of topics, look beyond the surface of initial reports, bring accountability to local governments, and expose key issues impacting our communities.
What you will do:
Consistently break stories across Broward and Palm Beach counties in a fast-paced news environment
Develop enterprise follow-up reporting by looking beyond initial police reports to uncover deeper issues and compelling narratives
Seamlessly pivot across diverse beats, including public safety, criminal justice, and local government accountability
Master public records
Cultivate reliable sources
Translate hard-hitting reporting into compelling stories
Juggle multiple assignments effectively while meeting strict deadlines
What you will bring:
3+ years of reporting experience (experience with student media counts toward total)
Strong self-starter attitude with exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Proven capability to analyze public records and build a strong network of sources
Demonstrated success in enterprise reporting and compelling news writing
Preferred additional skills in data analysis or visualization, shooting and editing field video, or leveraging social media to build a beat audience
Who we are:
The South Florida Sun Sentinel, founded in 1910, serves Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. Our mission is to deliver the truth every day. We bring you the stories that matter most, written without bias, so you can make informed decisions. The Sun Sentinel's Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism works to protect your interests, help navigate your daily life and tell the stories that connect you with the communities where you live and work. We are headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, and are part of Tribune Publishing Company.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply:
Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here. In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter and 4 - 5 samples showcasing your best work.
Closing Date:
Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
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Skills Required
- 3 or more years of reporting experience; student media experience counts
- Strong self-starter attitude
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to analyze public records and build a strong network of sources
- Demonstrated success in enterprise reporting and compelling news writing
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Willingness to pass a full pre-employment background check and MVR check
- Availability for shift work and coverage outside normal business hours
- Data analysis or visualization skills
- Ability to shoot and edit field video
- Ability to use social media to build a beat audience
Tribune Publishing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as including medical, dental, and vision plans alongside life and disability insurance. Additional options such as FSA features are also described as part of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match is described as part of total rewards. Union agreements are described as protecting the 401(k) match for covered groups during the contract term.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Commuter benefits and, in some locations, onsite gym access are described among available perks. Flexible or discretionary time-off is also described for certain roles, though implementation appears to vary.
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What We Do
Tribune Publishing a media company rooted in award-winning journalism. Tribune Publishing operates local media businesses in eight markets with titles including the Chicago Tribune, New York Daily News, The Baltimore Sun, Orlando Sentinel, Sun-Sentinel, Daily Press, The Virginian-Pilot, The Morning Call, and The Hartford Courant.
Why Work With Us
We provide high-quality journalism that informs, inspires and engages our local communities. Our brands create and distribute content across our media portfolio, offering integrated marketing, media and business services to consumers and advertisers, including digital solutions and advertising opportunities.
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