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The Daily Beast is expanding its global weekend team to deliver breaking news at its fastest. The Australian office is expanding, and we’re seeking experienced breaking news reporters to help deliver news to our U.S. and global audiences around the clock. The ideal candidates are all-rounders with a particular taste for U.S. politics, as well as global news, media and pop culture.
Job Responsibility:
Identify and pitch stories that matter to our audience and write intelligent, exciting copy with a punchy attitude
Collaborate with editors and other reporters to ensure comprehensive coverage and bring fresh ideas and angles
Produce clean, concise and accurate copy in a breaking news environment
Be able to locate original sources for stories and be comfortable making calls, creating sources and conducting interviews if necessary
Feel at home picking up new CMS and other systems to better the reader experience
Be comfortable writing across a variety of topics
Be across multiple zones to effectively communicate with the global team
Identify and download video to add to your story
Identify news outlets worthy of checking for scoops on shift
Be fluent across various social media platforms
Have an understanding of the Daily Beast’s voice and dynamic tone
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in news reporting, preferably online
Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills
Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and specific targets
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Based outside of the U.S.
Must be able to work Saturday and Sunday daytime hours in Australia
Flexibility may also be required at times
Nice to have:
Deep understanding of American culture, preferably having lived in the U.S., or a track record of working for American publications
Taste for U.S. politics, as well as global news, media and pop culture
Comfortable writing across a variety of topics including U.S. politics, world news, entertainment, sport, media and weather
Fluent across various social media platforms
Understanding of the Daily Beast’s voice and dynamic tone
At home picking up new CMS and other systems
Able to locate original sources for stories and be comfortable making calls, creating sources and conducting interviews
What we offer:
Be part of a respected and influential news organization
Engage with a dedicated audience passionate about political news
Enjoy a collaborative and fast-paced work environment
Opportunity for career progression at home or beyond
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