Election Reporter (Temporary)
About The Position
The Los Angeles Times is hiring a temporary reporter to cover the 2026 elections, focusing on local races and the aftermath of results across the region. The reporter will cover Los Angeles and county politics and government, reporting breaking news on deadline as well as longer-term stories on topics such as post-fire recovery, homelessness and elections. The role regularly collaborates with writers covering Los Angeles County, Sacramento and breaking news. Experience covering L.A. city and county government is a plus. The position is based in El Segundo, California, and downtown Los Angeles. It is expected to last 60 days and may involve occasional night and weekend work. The reporter must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle in good working condition with suitable auto insurance coverage. The listed pay range is $40.54 to $57.35; the posting does not specify the pay period.
Requirements
- A minimum of five years of journalism experience.
- Excellent news writing and reporting skills, including strong news judgment, fluency in style, and deep knowledge of taste and legal considerations.
- Ability to foster excellent communication with peers, supervisors and the newsroom.
- Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to navigate digital platforms and stay current with events.
- Understanding of the importance of accuracy and precision.
- An ethical and inclusive approach in the workplace that promotes collaboration.
- Comfort appearing on TV, radio and podcasts on behalf of the L.A. Times.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle in good working condition, with suitable auto insurance coverage.
Nice To Haves
- Experience covering L.A. city and county government.
Responsibilities
- Report and write stories about local politics, including breaking news, enterprise stories and voter guides.
- Cultivate sources and contacts to support a range of stories.
- Identify unique angles that advance stories beyond what other outlets have reported.
- Write engaging headlines and SEO components, using a lively and conversational tone when appropriate and keeping a digital, diverse audience in mind.
- Work with fellow writers, editors, audience engagement staff and other reporters to achieve department and organizational goals.
- Appear on TV, radio and podcasts on behalf of the L.A. Times.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
