Job Description :
The New York Post is heading West – and this is your chance to be a part of history as we open a brand-new newsroom and make a significant investment in Los Angeles. The California Post will be a game changer, putting the people of the Golden State first and holding the powerful to account across digital platforms and print.
The California Post is seeking a seasoned, San Francisco-based, Silicon Valley Correspondent with a proven track record of breaking exclusive stories to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be an expert in the cross-section of the tech sector, big money, and society news, with an extensive network of industry contacts. This role demands creativity, initiative and the ability to deliver high-profile, exclusive content on a daily basis.
Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter and work samples or portfolio link.
Responsibilities:
Regularly obtain exclusives and write daily breaking stories in the world of tech, but focusing on society and trends, as opposed to straight business coverage
Develop and pitch innovative story ideas that capture the interest of our audience and set us apart from competitors
Cultivate and maintain relationships with sources and reps
Conduct interviews with major players in the tech sector
Represent The California Post at meetings and industry events
Think strategically about the daily news cycle and contribute to ongoing coverage of trending stories
Be an independent worker, a self-starter and able to think quickly on their feet
Expert in using traffic analytics to help guide coverage and determine successes
Ability to work with video, photo, and other departments seamlessly to better enhance daily news coverage
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience working in a major breaking news organization
Proven ability to break news and garner noteworthy exclusives in the tech world, focusing on big money, society and trends
Extensive knowledge of tech movers and shakers with a robust network of contacts and sources
Expertise in obtaining and interpreting court documents and following legal proceedings
Exceptional writing and reporting skills with a strong ability to create engaging and accurate content under tight deadlines
On-camera experience and proficiency in conducting interviews
Comfortable multitasking and working in a fast-paced online news environment
Ability to work a full-time, Monday-Friday schedule with flexibility in covering live events and working outside traditional business hours when needed.
Note: This role will be expected to be based remotely in San Francisco. All work arrangements are subject to change based on business needs.
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Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $145,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
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