Senior Reporter, Breaking News -US
About The Position
The Daily Mail is a globally influential digital news organization reaching over a billion people monthly. We are seeking an experienced Senior Reporter, Breaking News to join our US newsroom. In this role, you will be at the forefront of breaking news, developing original story ideas, uncovering exclusives, and producing high-impact journalism under tight deadlines for our growing US audience. You will cover breaking news quickly and accurately while maintaining the distinctive Daily Mail editorial voice, research stories thoroughly using various tools and sources, and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. This role also involves operating the content management system, conducting picture research, monitoring audience analytics to refine editorial strategy, and contributing to audience growth initiatives. Collaboration across a 24-hour newsroom and coverage across various shifts are essential.
Requirements
- At least three years of professional journalism experience, preferably in digital news.
- A strong understanding of the Daily Mail brand, editorial voice, and global audience.
- Proven ability to break and develop news stories under intense deadline pressure.
- Exceptional writing, editing, research, and verbal communication skills.
- A demonstrated ability to generate original story ideas and identify compelling news angles.
- Strong research skills and an instinct for finding interesting, newsworthy information.
- Experience using digital and multiplatform news-gathering tools and resources.
- Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing workflows.
- Ability to use audience analytics to understand performance and inform editorial decisions.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple stories and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a fast-paced newsroom.
- Flexibility to work in-office and cover a variety of shifts based on newsroom requirements.
Responsibilities
- Pitch, report, write, produce, and curate compelling news content for a US audience.
- Cover breaking news quickly and accurately while maintaining the distinctive Daily Mail editorial voice.
- Develop and deliver exclusive stories, identifying compelling angles and information that other outlets may miss.
- Research stories thoroughly using a wide range of news-gathering tools, sources, databases, and social platforms.
- Manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom.
- Coordinate with reporters, editors, producers, photographers, and colleagues across the global newsroom to ensure stories are delivered efficiently.
- Operate the content management system to publish and update stories.
- Conduct picture research and select strong, relevant imagery to support published content.
- Monitor audience analytics and use performance data to refine story selection, headlines, presentation, and editorial strategy.
- Contribute to audience growth, including strategies designed to attract new subscribers and engage existing readers.
- Work collaboratively across a 24-hour newsroom and provide coverage across a variety of shifts as required.
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits
- Dental and optical coverage
- 401(k)
- Generous paid time off
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global media organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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