Entertainment Breaking & Trending News Reporter at Gannett in Gannett, Virginia

Job Description:

Entertainment Breaking & Trending News Reporter, Life NOW

USA TODAY/ usatoday.com is seeking a nimble, competitive reporter to cover breaking and trending news across its Entertainment vertical. We're looking for a team member who can react to developing or trending news in real time and write quick stories. The ideal candidate will have strong news judgment, AP Style expertise, passion for and knowledge of entertainment/pop culture and have prior digital news experience.

This is a fast-paced job, which requires urgency to get news out quickly and update as needed. This job includes curation but also requires original reporting, strong writing as well as excellent news judgment and fact-checking skills. We are looking for someone who also can contribute to our social media coverage and cover live events, including red carpet premieres, award shows and court cases.

The position is remote and can be based anywhere in the US, except for Alaska and Hawaii.

Shift is Monday - Friday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Eastern Time

Job Level: Reporter II

Minimum salary for this position: $62,000.00

Responsibilities:

• Spotting and writing high-interest items ahead of the competition.
• Optimizing your content, paying special attention to headlines, SEO and fields visible to social audience.
• Willingness to work a wide range of hours including nights and weekends.
• Creating and posting content for our social media platforms

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or any other subject from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience covering news in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
• Proficiency in digital publishing, metrics and SEO best practices.
• AP Style expertise.
• This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

Your resume - one to two pages.

A cover letter that outlines how why you are interested in the role and how you would approach this role at USA TODAY.

Links to 3-6 online samples of your work.

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The hourly rate for this role will range between $29.81 and $38.70. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.
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