The New York Times
The New York Times is hiring: Reporter, Styles in New York
The New York Times, New York, NY, United States
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It's why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It's why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it's why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it's worth paying for.
Job Description
The Styles desk is looking for a creative and ambitious reporter to produce quick turn news stories and short features about the people, places and ideas that shape pop culture and style now. You are well-versed in social trends, youth culture and emerging talent in various mediums. You should be ready to cover current events and breaking news. You should have an interest in exploring a variety of story formats.
As a reporter at The Times, you will be constantly developing sources and chasing scoops. Your stories may take the form of traditional reported pieces, but you will also write explainers, visual-first and interactive stories and profiles. Your on-the-ground reporting will provide readers with a complete understanding of an event or character, and you are eager to experiment and engage with readers via various platforms. This role requires creativity, understanding of deadlines and the ability to work with a team as you will work with editors to develop specific timely storylines.
This is a hybrid position based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance.
Responsibilities:
This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.
The annual base pay range for this role is between $111,049.64 and $125,000.00.
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.
The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.
The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.
Job Description
The Styles desk is looking for a creative and ambitious reporter to produce quick turn news stories and short features about the people, places and ideas that shape pop culture and style now. You are well-versed in social trends, youth culture and emerging talent in various mediums. You should be ready to cover current events and breaking news. You should have an interest in exploring a variety of story formats.
As a reporter at The Times, you will be constantly developing sources and chasing scoops. Your stories may take the form of traditional reported pieces, but you will also write explainers, visual-first and interactive stories and profiles. Your on-the-ground reporting will provide readers with a complete understanding of an event or character, and you are eager to experiment and engage with readers via various platforms. This role requires creativity, understanding of deadlines and the ability to work with a team as you will work with editors to develop specific timely storylines.
This is a hybrid position based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance.
Responsibilities:
- Report and file several stories per week
- Monitor news related to fashion, brands, trends
- Conceive of fresh and compelling angles on news and pitch them to editors
- Collaborate with visual editors on assignments
- Develop stories that include a range of voices and perspectives
- Cultivate sources
- Participate in audio and video storytelling, as needed
- Adhere to The Times's editorial standards
- Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
- This role reports to Deputy Editor, Styles
- 6 + years as a reporter
- Experience in a fast-paced news organization
- Proven track record of breaking news
- Highly skilled in reporting and writing for a variety of story forms
- Prior work at a publication covering fashion or lifestyle trends
- Strong communication and organizational skills
This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.
The annual base pay range for this role is between $111,049.64 and $125,000.00.
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.
The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.
The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.