FP
Sr Investigative Reporter
FP, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
The Free Press
is building an investigations desk packed with ambitious newshounds eager to land scoops that shape the national conversation. You might be a junior reporter at a local paper, covering courts, council meetings, or crime, and eager to make your big break. Or you might be a seasoned journalist at a major paper, tired of the same old beat and burning to expose wrongdoing in places you’re not allowed to touch.
Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.Requirements
You don’t need a degree to apply, but you must fulfill the following criteria:Clips that demonstrate you have hustle, curiosity, doggedness, and independence.At least eight years’ experience at a news outlet—covering fast-moving events and/or unpeeling multilayered stories in an interesting way. You must also be currently working as a reporter/writer either as a freelancer or full-time.Ideas for investigations that expose not just what is worthy, but what will get readers talking.A passion for The Free Press: you’ve read our stories, you understand our mission, and you know how you can bring value to our team.Eagerness to work in a start-up environment. You aren’t just breaking news; you are building a newsroom. Our team is composed of people who are enthusiastic, nimble, and collaborative.If you’re interested, please send a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit; a handful of Free Press investigation ideas of no more than 150 words each (be ambitious—but also show you understand what is possible); and your résumé.
$125,000 - $200,000 a yearFinal offers for this job will be made within the parameters of this range, taking into account experience. In addition to a competitive salary, The FP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans and long-term incentive & bonus programs.
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is building an investigations desk packed with ambitious newshounds eager to land scoops that shape the national conversation. You might be a junior reporter at a local paper, covering courts, council meetings, or crime, and eager to make your big break. Or you might be a seasoned journalist at a major paper, tired of the same old beat and burning to expose wrongdoing in places you’re not allowed to touch.
Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.Requirements
You don’t need a degree to apply, but you must fulfill the following criteria:Clips that demonstrate you have hustle, curiosity, doggedness, and independence.At least eight years’ experience at a news outlet—covering fast-moving events and/or unpeeling multilayered stories in an interesting way. You must also be currently working as a reporter/writer either as a freelancer or full-time.Ideas for investigations that expose not just what is worthy, but what will get readers talking.A passion for The Free Press: you’ve read our stories, you understand our mission, and you know how you can bring value to our team.Eagerness to work in a start-up environment. You aren’t just breaking news; you are building a newsroom. Our team is composed of people who are enthusiastic, nimble, and collaborative.If you’re interested, please send a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit; a handful of Free Press investigation ideas of no more than 150 words each (be ambitious—but also show you understand what is possible); and your résumé.
$125,000 - $200,000 a yearFinal offers for this job will be made within the parameters of this range, taking into account experience. In addition to a competitive salary, The FP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans and long-term incentive & bonus programs.
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