Senior Crime Reporter, The California Post (San Francisco based)

New York Post•Los Angeles, CA

9d•Remote

About The Position

The New York Post is heading West – and this is your chance to be a part of history as we open a brand-new newsroom and make a significant investment in Los Angeles. The California Post will be a game changer, putting the people of the Golden State first and holding the powerful to account across digital platforms and print. This is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: The California Post will bring The New York Post’s DNA of powerful, agenda-setting journalism to the West Coast and be a fresh and fearless voice for common sense. Our focus will also go well beyond hard-hitting news and iconoclastic opinion. The nationally recognized Page Six will bring its sassy and brassy attitude directly to the entertainment capital of the world. The California Post Sports department will deliver muscular coverage of the biggest teams in town, from the locker room to the front office. Our Tech team will reveal the latest innovators and innovations that will shape the nation’s future. Los Angeles is one of the great cities of the world, and it’s time L.A. – and California at large – had a bold, new voice. The California Post will be that voice. California, here we come! As part of our bold expansion, we are seeking a driven Senior Crime Reporter to join the California Post team. Reporting to the Deputy News Editor, the Senior Crime Reporter will focus on breaking exclusive stories and covering crime and public safety as it unfolds across San Francisco and northern California. This role will be responsible for fast, accurate reporting on major criminal cases, courts, law enforcement, public safety issues, and high-impact incidents that shape the region. From developing original, agenda-setting crime reporting to covering breaking news in real time, this reporter will be on the front lines in one of the country’s most complex and newsworthy beats. Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, please include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.

Requirements

At least 7-10 years of experience reporting for a fast-paced digital or print newsroom
Excellent news judgment and the ability to identify compelling angles others may miss
High level of self-motivation, commitment to teamwork and ability to win in a competitive environment
Proven ability to report and write on deadline while juggling multiple stories at once
Experience covering major metro areas, ideally including public safety, politics, or general assignment
Proven experience with WordPress of similar CMS highly preferred
Strong sourcing skills and a relentless approach to newsgathering
Proficiency in social media and SEO best practices
Familiarity with court and public records; ability to navigate legal documents a plus
A competitive drive to be first and best on big stories
Strong writing and reporting skills are the core of this role
On-camera experience is strongly preferred, as we’re looking for reporters who are comfortable discussing and presenting their stories on video to help extend our journalism across digital and social platforms
A strong social media presence or following is a plus
Spanish or other language fluency is a plus

Responsibilities

Deliver exclusive stories and cover breaking news across San Francisco that drive engagement and audience for the California Post.
Write fast, clean, and compelling copy that aligns with the Post’s distinctive voice and style
Spot stories that will resonate nationally, especially ones with viral or exclusive potential
Develop sources across city agencies, emergency services, and local communities to get the inside track on stories
Monitor court filings, public records, and social media for scoops and trending topics
Collaborate with editors and fellow reporters to ensure comprehensive and coordinated coverage
File updates in real time and across multiple platforms, including web, social, mobile, and video
Uphold the highest journalistic standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity

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