Freelance Consumer Reporter Job at The US Sun, New York, NY

ZDJDUmZNTFpjbVJPWmtRNmVjMExmLzNkR1E9PQ==
  • The US Sun
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Part of News Corp, The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK. Our talented and diverse team publishes the best coverage of news, sport, TV, showbiz, consumer and lifestyle.

In early 2020 we launched a US edition and have built the newspaper into a 140+ business and the fastest growing news site in the US.

We are now looking for a freelance reporter to join a growing consumer team of seven, with opportunities to convert the role into a staff position if desired.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic reporter who thrives in a fast-paced digital news environment, and who has an interest in personal finance. The candidate can either be a consumer specialist, or a general reporter looking to specialize.

The role reports to the Consumer Editor.

The office is based in Midtown and offers a supportive staff culture in a team that is continuously expanding. Although we run a hybrid schedule, the candidate will be expected to be on-site in the office for most of the week. Must be available to work weekends.

Pay Rate: $200 - $250 per day

Key Skills and Experience:

  • 1+ years of full-time newsroom experience
  • Knowledge of consumer, personal finance or money-saving topics and documented experience reporting on those topics (online or print)
  • Ability to write about complex subjects in an accessible way
  • Understanding of where to source money-saving stories that would benefit our readers
  • Solid understanding of SEO and social media
  • Comfortable working quickly and collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team
  • Able to thrive in a busy newsroom and “breaking news” environment

Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Tags

Full time, Weekend work,

Similar Jobs

Insight Global

Entry Level Medical Device Technician Job at Insight Global

Required Skills & Experience High School or GED hand - eye coordination Dexterity Job Description The Medical Device Technician will join the operations team of a Medical Device Manufacturing company in Sarasota, FL. This person is responsible for performing...

TrueCare

Registered Nurse -Medication Assisted Therapy Coordinator Job at TrueCare

 ...Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the MAT program for individuals with substance use disorders. This role requires a licensed nurse who will coordinate MAT services, provide direct patient care, and ensure the safe and effective administration of medications as... 

PLG Damage Attorneys

General Counsel & Commercial Litigation Associate Job at PLG Damage Attorneys

Hybrid Were looking for a strategic legal thinker who can manage the firms internal legal matters while also serving as a trial-ready litigator for high-stakes commercial cases. Youll be the go-to attorney for both firm-level legal needs (compliance, employment...

Connecticut Innovations

Senior Scientist - Cellular and Molecular Oncology Job at Connecticut Innovations

 ...development endeavors. Senior Scientist Cellular & Molecular Oncology We are seeking a Senior Scientist in cellular and molecular oncology with deep expertise in immunobiology and hematology to lead R&D efforts focused on cancer monitoring and cell therapy solutions... 

Ultimate Staffing

CSR/Data Entry w/Sage Job at Ultimate Staffing

 ..._____________________ ORDER ENTRY / CUSTOMER SERVICE CLERK Hours...  ...with excellent computer/data entry skills, committed to providing...  ...-task and prioritize while working in a fast paced environment...  ...(8:00am-1:30pm) Passing online skills testing: typing, data entry...