Public Safety Reporter - Tucson

Lee Enterprises • Tucson, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Daily Star is seeking a diligent, watchdog reporter to lead coverage of crime and public safety across the Tucson area. The ideal candidate will take a multi-media approach to public safety reporting, using social media, photos and video, along with strong writing to explain how public safety affects Tucsonans. This high-impact, fast-paced beat requires a journalist who can break news, follow up, spot trends and examine policy decisions and solutions.

Requirements

• Self-starter who can generate strong story ideas and move quickly on breaking news for print and digital audiences
• A digital-first mindset, including using social media, photos and video to source information and engage audiences
• Ability to shoot and edit your own photos, video, and audio in the field
• Sharp news judgment and a clear understanding of what drives audience interest
• Strong interviewing, writing, and fact-checking skills
• Ability to translate complex data, legal processes, and policy into clear, accurate and compelling stories
• Ability to anticipate what readers will want to know and utilize all available resources to provide that information in a timely manner
• Experience (or strong interest) in public safety, courts, or investigative reporting
• A collaborative approach to working across the newsroom

Responsibilities

• Report on breaking news involving crime and public safety matters, as well as law enforcement and emergency response
• Identify and report on trends in crime, policing, and public safety data
• Accountability reporting on local law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system
• Report on community-based safety issues, including violence prevention and mental health response, the impact of public safety policies on neighborhoods and vulnerable populations
• Shoot and edit your own photos, video, and audio in the field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level