Senior Reporter
Job Title
Senior ReporterJob Description
I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
The Senior Reporter will work closely with the Executive Editorial Director and brand leadership to help identify and cover news stories that can benefit from original reporting, and tap into their rolodex of sources to help enrich other developing news stories in progress to ensure that PEOPLE is publishing deeply reported celebrity content and consistently breaking news in the celebrity world. The senior reporter will work in many content areas contributing ideas, reporting help and writing, with an eye towards traffic driving content. Important to have entertainment industry contacts as they may be charged with booking talent for specific projects. Depending on the candidate, the Senior Reporter may focus on one speciality subject area or report across multiple verticals, including but not limited to entertainment, news, crime, human interest, politics, lifestyle, etc.
II. Essential Job Functions
Approximate Weight %
Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
30%
Reporting and writing stories that will drive traffic, including celebrity interviews
30%
Collaborating with the executive editor, various vertical editors and news director to determine where to invest time and resources on developing news stories and sourcing opportunities
20%
Writing
20%
Covering celebrity events, or other duties as assigned
III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or communications, related field or equivalent training and/or experience.
Experience:
Minimum 12 years experience
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent digital writing skills, a deep knowledge of the celebrity news landscape, an eye for a good story, ability to work well with many people across job functions, knowledge of analytics, SEO and audience engagement. Great celebrity contacts and the ability to make friends with anyone. Incredible interviewing abilities. Strong news instincts.
% Travel Required (Approximate): 0 - 10%, or as assigned
It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.
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Pay Range
Salary: New York: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 California: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith’s total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
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Looking to make an impact in the world of celebrity news? Dotdash Meredith is on the hunt for a Senior Reporter to join our dynamic team in New York, NY, specifically at our vibrant location at 225 Liberty Street. As a Senior Reporter, you will collaborate closely with the Executive Editorial Director and brand leadership to identify and cover trending news stories that captivate audiences. Your talent for original reporting will not only enrich our existing narratives but will be pivotal in breaking the latest and greatest in celebrity updates. We want someone who brings a deep understanding of the entertainment landscape along with a network of industry contacts, enabling you to book talent for exclusive projects and deliver content that drives traffic and engages readers. In this role, your responsibilities will include crafting compelling articles, collaborating with various editors to gauge which stories deserve our attention, and covering celebrity events that keep our brand at the forefront of the industry. With a focus on entertainment, politics, human interest, lifestyle, and more, you'll have the opportunity to flex your reporting muscles across multiple verticals. If you possess exceptional writing skills, an eye for potential stories, and reporting experience that spans over a decade, this could be the perfect fit for you! We’re excited to see what you can bring to the Dotdash Meredith family.
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