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Software engineer
- Location
- San Francisco
- Type
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- Compensation
- $150k-$200k
- Posted
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Washington, D.C., Reporter
- Location
- Los Angeles · Washington, DC
- Compensation
- USD 113,822–131,128
- Posted
- 17D AGO
About the role
Job family: Los Angeles Times Super Co.
Pay type: Salary
Minimum hiring rate: 113822
Maximum hiring rate: 131128
Pay currency: USD
The Los Angeles Times is seeking to hire a reporter for its Washington, D.C., bureau.
We’re looking for a versatile, energetic journalist to deliver government accountability and enterprise reporting from Congress and across official Washington, with a focus on stories that matter to Californians, alongside daily coverage of news out of the capital.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to develop original and ambitious journalism, as well as cover breaking news with clarity and depth under demanding deadlines. Previous experience covering government, and the ability to operate in a quick-paced multimedia environment, are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Report stories across official Washington, producing high-impact stories off the news of the day
- Cover breaking news and major events with an eye to unique angles that will set Times coverage apart
- Cultivate sources and contacts to aid in the execution of a range of stories
- Appear on TV, radio and podcasts on behalf of the L.A. Times to reach new audiences with your work
- Adhere to the company’s editorial ethics policies and guidelines and other company policies regarding employee conduct
- Undertake the responsibilities of the role using the tools, software or technologies required at the time
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- A minimum of six years of reporting experience; some time spent covering Washington politics is preferred
- Excellent skills in news writing and reporting, combining superior news judgment, fluency in style and deep knowledge of taste and legal considerations
- Proven digital newsgathering fluency, including the ability to create videos
- A track record of exemplary journalism
- Knowledge of and commitment to the company’s mission and strategy
This position is listed as Reporter, Washington, in the Los Angeles Times Guild and will be based in the Washington, D.C., office. Occasional travel as well as night and weekend work is expected. Reporters must have a valid driver’s license.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and portfolio to Washington Bureau Chief Michael Wilner and Assistant Managing Editor Steve Clow at the Apply link.
The L.A. Times is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively work to create an inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. This Privacy Notice for Los Angeles Times sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position with us. Explore our company history, achievement, values, mission and more on our career site.
The pay scale the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting is $113,822 to $131,128 and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, experience, training, licenses, certifications, and other business or organizational needs. Compensation will be determined based on the above factors along with the requirements of the position. At the L.A. Times, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role. Please visit our career site to view the benefits available to our employees. We recommend adding our applicant tracking system domain (@dayforce.com) as a safe sender or contact, sometimes these emails get filtered to candidates' spam folders.
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