Reporter

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Orange County, CA, US
Base: $24.04 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Strong news judgment and drive to compete
Write clean concise copy with seo headlines
Mine human sources and public records
The Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics from a county perspective

Job Summary

  • The Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics from a county perspective.
  • Candidates must be aggressive watchdogs capable of cultivating sources and producing enterprise and breaking news for digital platforms.
  • The role offers an hourly wage of $24.04 plus a cell phone stipend and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k.

Matching Summary

The Orange County Register seeks an experienced reporter to cover state and federal politics from a county perspective.

Salary

Base: $24.04 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, cell phone stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong news judgment and drive to compete
  • Write clean concise copy with SEO headlines
  • Mine human sources and public records
  • Gather and decipher campaign finance data
  • Juggle multiple stories under tight deadlines

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency in multiple languages
  • Ability to take own photos
  • Experience with social media reporting tools
  • Collaborative teamwork culture
  • Facility for mining data for deep pieces

Key Requirements

  • At least two years of professional journalism experience
  • Prior political or government reporting experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
  • Must pass pre-employment background check and MVR

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