Job Description :
The California Post is seeking a Senior Reporter (general assignment) to join our team. This is a role for a reporter who does not just cover the news but defines it, delivering exclusives, breaking stories, and deeply reported pieces that resonate across California and nationally.
This position calls for a versatile journalist with strong instincts across a range of hard-news beats, including courts, crime, politics, or breaking news, and the ability to move seamlessly between them as stories develop. The common thread is an ability to uncover stories others miss and to produce ambitious reporting that sets the agenda, regardless of subject matter.
Reporting to the Deputy News Editor, this reporter will be expected to break news quickly, pursue enterprise reporting, and produce longer-lead stories while also reacting fast to major developments as they unfold.
Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter and/or portfolio link for consideration.
Responsibilities:
Lead enterprise and investigative reporting across Los Angeles and greater California, producing impactful stories with statewide and national relevance
Break exclusive stories by cultivating and maintaining a wide network of sources — whether deeply within one beat or across multiple beats
Pursue ambitious, longer-lead investigative projects alongside quick-turn enterprise and breaking stories
Pitch and execute original story ideas that expose hidden dynamics of power, uncover wrongdoing, or reveal overlooked stories and communities
Cover a range of hard news topics, including politics, crime, courts, culture, education, and uniquely Californian issues
Use documents, court records, data, and public records requests to strengthen and deepen reporting
Travel as needed to cover stories on the ground, both in California and nationwide
Uphold the highest journalistic standards of accuracy, fairness, and clarity in all reporting
Collaborate with editors, photographers, and digital teams to create compelling, multi-platform coverage
Represent the California Post on-camera, in podcasts, and across digital platforms to promote and discuss reporting
Requirements:
At least 7–10 years of newsroom reporting experience, with a strong background in features, enterprise, or investigative reporting
Proven ability to pitch, develop, and execute ambitious story ideas with national appeal
Track record of producing deeply reported, high-impact stories that stand out in a competitive news environment
Established sources and reporting contacts across a range of industries or beats, with the persistence and hustle to expand networks and secure exclusive access
Genuine intellectual curiosity across a wide range of topics—from true crime, Hollywood, and tech to politics, education, and culture—with sharp instincts for buzzy or high-impact stories
Strong storytelling and writing skills, with the ability to capture nuance, context, and character; clips should demonstrate narrative craft, precision, and a distinct voice
Excellent news judgment, accuracy, and fact-checking discipline, with a clear understanding of ethical and legal considerations in investigative reporting
Proficiency with WordPress or similar CMS; familiarity with digital storytelling and multimedia tools strongly preferred
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom while balancing both quick-turn features and longer-term enterprise projects
High level of self-motivation, commitment to teamwork, and solutions-oriented mindset
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
Flexibility to travel as needed, sometimes on short notice, to pursue story leads or conduct in-person reporting.
Note: This role is expected to be based onsite in our Century City office. All work arrangements are subject to change based on business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets
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Base Pay Range: $100,000 - $125,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
New York Post Media Group is home to the oldest continuously-published daily newspaper in the United States, The New York Post, founded by Alexander Hamilton in 1801. Its portfolio also houses some of the nation's premier digital destinations for news, sports and entertainment, including The California Post and fabled Page Six gossip column, a world leader in breaking celebrity news that has evolved into its own iconic and powerful brand. The Post Digital Network is composed of the flagship NYPost.com, TheCaliforniaPost.com, PageSix.com, including Page Six Style, and Decider.com, covering streaming television and movies. The New York Post Media Group is owned by News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
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