Page Six Reporter (Tues-Sat)
About The Position
The New York Post is seeking a bold, sharp, and pop culture-obsessed Reporter who lives and breathes celebrity news to join Page Six Digital. Page Six Digital is the modern evolution of the iconic gossip column, delivering the latest in celebrity news, entertainment, and pop culture with a bold, fast-paced digital edge. As the go-to destination for breaking stories, exclusive scoops, and viral moments, Page Six has grown far beyond its print roots to become a dynamic, multi-platform brand that reaches millions of readers daily across web, social, and video. This role offers the chance to join the authority in entertainment gossip and help drive the conversations that everyone will be talking about tomorrow. The reporter will pitch and write buzzy, can’t-miss stories daily with speed, accuracy, and unmistakable voice, staying one step ahead by being plugged into social media trends, fluent in fan culture, and relentless in uncovering juicy, under-the-radar scoops. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, knows their way around SEO and analytics, and can spot a viral moment before it breaks.
Requirements
- At least two years of major journalism experience
- A deep understanding of and passion for all things celebrity and entertainment
- Exceptional writing and reporting skills
- Ability to write succinct, eye-catching headlines and clean, ready-to-publish content
- Knowledge and understanding of SEO best practices
- Strong editorial judgment and communication skills
- Familiarity with content management systems (Wordpress, in particular), photo editing software & web analytics tools
- Flexibility in covering live pop culture events (i.e. Oscars, Golden Globes, etc.) and working outside traditional business hours when needed
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write several celebrity- and entertainment-based stories quickly and with clean copy daily
- Proactively seek out and uncover under-the-radar stories that will resonate with the Page Six audience
- Have your finger on the pulse of what fans are talking about on social media and the ability to create content that fits their interests
- Help expand Page Six’s nighttime news coverage by monitoring social media and using analytics tools (Google Analytics, Parse.ly, etc.) to achieve success
- Be a self-starter and have the ability to think quickly on their feet and multitask in a fast-paced news environment
- Have an understanding of SEO best practices and analytics and use that knowledge to help guide coverage
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more
- Optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
