Reporter, Lifestyle
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 viewers a month. 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 New York Post's Lifestyle team is seeking a sharp, plugged-in Lifestyle Reporter (Tues-Sat) who lives and breathes the internet - someone with a keen eye for the buzzy, the bizarre, and the deeply human stories that drive conversation online. From viral TikTok trends to feel-good Facebook tales and everything in between, this reporter knows how to spot a story before it breaks - and write it fast, with flair. If you thrive in a high-speed newsroom and have a sixth sense for what will make readers click, we want to hear from you. Note: The schedule for this role is Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1-3 years' experience as a digital reporter, ideally in a lifestyle/entertainment capacity
- Excellent news judgement, strong reporting skills and the ability to identify trending content before it pops
- Ability to find fresh and compelling ways into trending entertainment, lifestyle and human-interest stories that fit The Post brand
- A smart, lively writing style
- Proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS, Photoshop and web analytics preferred
- Some flexibility in scheduling, especially during awards and special events
Responsibilities
- Scour social media daily to surface compelling lifestyle and human interest stories before they trend
- Deliver sharp, engaging copy quickly and accurately under tight deadlines
- Consistently pitch and execute stories that are timely, clickable, and aligned with the Post's voicex
- Work with editors and photo/video teams to secure impactful visuals that elevate storytelling
- Stay ahead of digital trends and emerging platforms to ensure fresh, forward-thinking content
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Broadcasting and Content Providers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
