California Economy Reporter

The Los Angeles Times is looking for an experienced reporter to cover the world's fourth-largest economy, California.

The position calls for strong reporting on topics such as labor, immigrant workers, the gig economy, trade, competitiveness, automation and AI. A successful candidate would be able to compose a smart list of enterprise ideas and work with colleagues to conceive of creative uses of video and data. They would be equally capable of cranking out a short post on a state jobs report or organizing and executing a major investigative project. Skilled writing is a must, as is the ability to translate sometimes complex economic subjects for a general audience.

Responsibilities:

• Report and write stories across a broad economy beat, with an ability to turn around breaking news, step-backs, explainers, news features, analysis and, when appropriate, investigations
• Monitor trends in user behavior and content and find compelling stories to tell
• 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
• Find ways to "localize" national and international economic stories through a California lens
• Develop and write enterprise features that make waves
• Represent The Times on other media platforms, including television and radio interviews and live event appearances
• Contribute to multiplatform offerings including podcasts, newsletters and live events
• Work collaboratively across departments to plan digital publication strategies
• Write engaging headlines and SEO components with a digital, diverse audience in mind

• A minimum of 10 years of journalism experience, with an emphasis on business reporting
• Exceptional and versatile writing and reporting skills, combining strong news judgment, fluency in style and deep knowledge of taste and legal considerations
• An ethical and inclusive approach in the workplace that promotes positive collaboration
• An understanding of the importance of accuracy and precision
• Comfortable with data, statistics and basic financial lingo
• Proven track record of scoops and unique angles and a desire to tell stories in different forms