Newsletter Reporter - The Daily Beast
About The Position
The Daily Beast is seeking a motivated and dependable writer and reporter to join our award-winning team, focused on the production of a new newsletter covering the world of prediction markets and online betting. The writer will be responsible for covering and developing this beat as part of the Daily Beast’s growing newsletter business. They will deliver sharp and original reporting on prediction markets and betting platforms, and the intersection of this industry with politics, technology, and culture. Ideal candidates are newshounds who can work quickly, write cleanly and with flair, and both take initiative and direction. They will be able to produce stories that stay a half-step ahead of the competition and weave interviews, anecdotes, and exclusive details into compelling narratives. They will be full of ideas and possess a growing network of sources and contacts on which to build original reporting and scoops. They will have a solid understanding of the newsletter landscape and how to succeed in this space, and be confident in engaging readers and curating cross-functional content.
Requirements
- One to two years’ experience writing breaking news at a fast pace, ideally for large-scale outlets and with a focus on business/tech topics.
- A voracious news diet focused on prediction markets, online betting, financial reporting, and the key characters leasing these platforms.
- A strong, confident writer’s voice.
- A team player, willing and able to collaborate with editors and other reporters to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- A self-starter who can conceive and execute stories with impact; able to take initiative, receive constructive feedback, and work with minimal supervision.
- Comfort meeting quick deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Prior knowledge of a content management system is a plus.
- Prior knowledge of social media and comfort on camera is also a plus.
Responsibilities
- Covering and developing the beat of prediction markets and online betting.
- Delivering sharp and original reporting on prediction markets and betting platforms, and their intersection with politics, technology, and culture.
- Producing stories that stay ahead of the competition.
- Weaving interviews, anecdotes, and exclusive details into compelling narratives.
- Building original reporting and scoops using a network of sources and contacts.
- Engaging readers and curating cross-functional content.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
