USA TODAY is seeking a reporter to tell the story of the pursuit of the American Dream through real estate, primarily focusing on the economic, societal/cultural and regulatory forces that help or hinder home ownership and creating generational wealth and stability, including mortgage and other financial markets, policies and practices, personal money habits and consumer protection laws.
The availability and affordability of rental housing and personal finance stories about how to buy or sell homes will also be key coverage areas. The key to our coverage will be humanizing the story and reflecting the experiences and aspirations of our readers. The reporter will coordinate story plans with the housing and social services reporter, and they will occasionally work on stories together.
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Additional topics for this beat include the condition of various real estate markets, including commercial real estate. A final pillar of coverage is how climate change is reshaping the housing landscape, in concert with the climate team's coverage.
Job Level: National News Reporter III
Minimum salary: $72,000
Responsibilities:
- Identify and report on top national housing news stories of the day and monitor real-time news.
- Create content (articles, videos, photos, and social media posts) about local news that accurately informs, entertains, and engages key audiences.
- Provide thoughtful reporting of resonant and complex issues.
- Collaborate with content team to provide all appropriate elements for stories (i.e., photos, videos, and graphics).
- Write and report quickly and accurately, addressing reader needs and reflecting the diverse range of housing experiences for a national audience.
- Use metrics to inform story choices and shape strategies.
- Contribute to the team and perform other duties as necessary.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, digital media, journalism or any other related subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Candidates should have at least three years of reporting experience.
- Able to file quickly and accurately
- Strong knowledge of AP grammar and style.
- Comfort with using social media to report and promote stories.
- Excel in a fast-paced news environment and understands the digital-first mission.
- Understanding of journalism, reporting ethics and sourcing.
- Collaborative spirit who can work well with others - including teammates and colleagues who are mostly remote.
- Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check.
Application Instructions:
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
- Your resume - one to two pages.
- A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
- Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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The annualized base salary for this role will range between $72,000.00 and $161,000.00. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.