Job description
Pulse Media Group is seeking a talented Staff Writer to join our investigative desk in New York City. You will uncover pivotal stories, craft compelling narratives, and collaborate with editors to illuminate issues that matter. This role blends traditional reporting with data-driven storytelling and multimedia packages.
What you will do:
- Develop and execute rigorous investigations from tip to publication, including data collection, FOIA requests, and source development.
- Write clear, compelling, and accurate news features, investigations, and explainers for multi platform audiences.
- Coordinate with editors, photographers, and producers to deliver high-impact stories under tight deadlines.
- Verify facts, follow ethical journalism standards, and maintain meticulous sourcing records.
- Analyze data, build datasets, and create visuals to augment stories.
- Engage with audiences on social platforms, newsletters, and the newsroom digital channels.
- Mentor junior reporters and contribute to newsroom innovation initiatives.
Requirements include a strong command of AP style, a track record of impactful reporting, and a passion for public-interest journalism. This is a full-time role with competitive salary and benefits, based in NYC with some remote flexibility.
Responsibility
- Lead investigations from concept to publication, including planning, data gathering, and source development.
- Pitch and write high-quality features, investigations, and explainers for multiple platforms.
- Develop sources, verify information, and manage complex sourcing records.
- Collaborate with editors, photographers, and producers to deliver compelling packages on deadline.
- Analyze data, build datasets, and create accompanying visuals to enhance storytelling.
- Engage with audiences via social media, newsletters, and digital channels to broaden reach.
- Mentor junior reporters and contribute to newsroom innovation and training initiatives.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent newsroom experience).
- 5+ years of professional reporting, with a track record in investigative journalism.
- Strong writing and storytelling skills with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in data journalism, including basic analytics and data visualization.
- Experience with FOIA requests and public records research.
- Solid newsroom ethics and command of AP style; ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management abilities.