News Reporter (Part-Time), The California Post
Core
Part-time general assignment news reporter covering breaking news, exclusive stories, and major events in Los Angeles for a digital news outlet.
Role type
Part-time general assignment news reporter
Builds
Exclusive stories, breaking news coverage, and multimedia content for the California Post
Domain
Journalism / Local News / Los Angeles
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
News judgment, deadline reporting, multi-story management, sourcing, WordPress CMS, social media proficiency, SEO, on-camera presentation
Preferred skills
Spanish fluency, strong social media presence, familiarity with court/public records
Responsibilities
Deliver exclusive stories and cover breaking news across Los Angeles, write fast and compelling copy, spot stories with viral or exclusive potential, develop sources across city agencies and communities, monitor court filings and social media for scoops, file updates in real time across web, social, mobile, and video platforms
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC
