Media Correspondent - The New York Times Company : Job Details

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 DescriptionThe New York Times is looking for a creative and ambitious reporter to cover the array of non-traditional media organizations - including those behind newsletters, podcasts and new video formats - that are growing in popularity and influence.The correspondent will jump on news, lead investigative pieces, produce scoops, and write profiles of the characters and companies behind these organizations, as well as the content they produce. The person would be responsible for helping to shape the beat. The ideal candidate will have a record of distinguished beat coverage, including a proven ability to break news, spot trends, develop sources and produce deeply reported features. The candidate should be adept at writing in a variety of formats, able to juggle deadline demands with long-term efforts, and be both comfortable and creative with a full set of digital and multimedia tools. An ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues is a must.This Guild position is expected to be based in New York.Responsibilities

• Identify, cover and report on early trends in the media industry
• Analyze and report on the influence of media organizations and the people behind them.
• Quickly delivering first-rate news stories on deadline when events warrant.

Basic Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of how businesses and markets operate.
• 10+ years of experience as a beat reporter who consistently delivers that demonstrates explanatory and investigative skill.
• A willingness to collaborate, and the ability to partner with colleagues across the Business desk and the rest of The New York Times newsroom.
• Digital-media savvy.
• A dedication to The Times and its journalistic mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in large newsrooms writing or editing breaking news.

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.The annual base pay salary for this role is between $122,529.16 and $155,000.00.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 [email protected]. 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.