Reporter, Entertainment

New York Post

253d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence, and authority averaging 90 million unique monthly viewers. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television, and commerce. The Entertainment team at the New York Post delivers readers their daily fix of celebrity news and pop culture with wit, authority, and an unfiltered edge. From the latest in TV, movies, and music to Broadway buzz and viral celebrity moments, the team covers it all with a sharp eye for what’s trending and what’s worth talking about. Whether it's exclusive interviews, red carpet roundups, or deep dives into Hollywood happenings, the Entertainment desk keeps readers in the know—and always entertained. We are seeking an experienced Entertainment Reporter (Mon-Fri, 2pm-10pm) to join our entertainment digital team. We are looking for someone who loves all things entertainment and can think strategically, collaborate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced breaking news environment.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in entertainment and breaking news.
• A strong portfolio of published articles covering TV, film, music, and celebrity content.
• A deep understanding of and passion for all things celebrity and entertainment.
• Capability to craft concise, attention-grabbing headlines and produce polished, publication-ready content.
• Existing relationships with industry representatives and sources.
• Demonstrated exceptional news judgment, as well as outstanding writing and reporting abilities.
• Proficiency in time management and multitasking.
• Deep understanding of SEO principles and the ability to optimize content accordingly.
• Knowledge of traffic analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Parse.ly.
• Strong knowledge of the entertainment industry, including current trends and key players.
• Experience with content management systems, particularly WordPress.
• Excellent on-camera presence and comfortability in front of the camera.
• Flexibility in covering live pop culture events and working outside traditional business hours.

Responsibilities

• Generate and craft 7-8 SEO-optimized news stories related to entertainment daily.
• Strategically analyze the daily entertainment news cycle and trending topics to identify relevant and engaging story angles.
• Collaborate seamlessly with various departments, including social media, video, and photo, to enhance daily news coverage.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry contacts to secure exclusive interviews and access breaking news.
• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation by making informed decisions and working independently.
• Remain adaptable and ready to assist with editing tasks as necessary.
• Conduct on-camera interviews and present engaging video segments for online platforms and social media channels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package.
• Variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits.
• Elective benefits employees may select to best fit their needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees