News Reporter, US

News Reporter, US 

at FORTUNE (View all jobs) 

New York City, New York 

News Reporter, U.S. 

Do you breathlessly await the latest inflation numbers? Are you wondering how the lithium shortage will play out over the next 10 years? Do you find yourself trying to explain how we might be in a recession, even with incredibly low unemployment?  

Then you should consider applying to Fortune to write about the day’s biggest business and economic news from its U.S. bureau in New York City.  

The reporter in this position will file breaking news, as well as news analysis and enterprise articles. They should be comfortable juggling a mixture of stories, working on tight deadlines, and pursuing original reporting.   

We are looking for a self-motivated reporter who is passionate about bringing business, econ, and tech journalism to a wider audience. Someone who can pitch a great story, report it out, and collaborate to execute great coverage and must-reads.  

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing operation publishing news in front of the paywall.   

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of full-time newsroom experience, preferably in a similar role  
• A digital-first mindset and voracious reading habits  
• Interest in tech, finance, markets, internet culture and economics, and the desire to dig deeper into a beat  
• The ability to concisely connect the dots between data and real-world events  
• The ability to work quickly and collaboratively as part of a tight-knit, fast-paced team  

We're also looking for:

• An interest in covering the biggest stories of the day  
• A nose for identifying overlooked stories, or unusual and unexpected developments   
• A devotion to detail and accuracy, and the ability to turn around copy quickly   
• Experience using reader data to inform and inspire story choices  
• Experience using Datawrapper is a bonus  

Fortune’s U.S. headquarters is in New York City, currently with the option to work on a remote/hybrid arrangement.  

A few of Fortune’s perks and benefits: 

• Flexible working hours and schedule: We expect our editorial staff to show up consistently and meet deadlines, but there’s no need to take PTO for a midday doctor’s appointment or to leave an hour early for a flight. Working in news can mean nontraditional hours, and we work with each staffer to make sure there’s appropriate comp time for special projects.
• 20 vacation days and 2 personal days on top of 11 company holidays and an honor-based sick leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision coverage (90% paid for individuals and families), along with flexible spending accounts where Fortune contributes to your HSA
• 401(k) plan
• Generous parental leave
• Dependent care, commuter, and cell phone benefits
• Tuition reimbursement program
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

About Fortune: 

Fortune is a global media organization dedicated to helping its readers, viewers, and attendees succeed big in business through unrivaled access and best-in-class storytelling. 

Fortune drives the conversation about business. With a global perspective, the guiding wisdom of history, and an unflinching eye to the future, we report and reveal the stories that matter today—and that will matter even more tomorrow.

With the trusted power to convene and challenge those who are shaping industry, commerce and society around the world, Fortune lights the path for global leaders—and gives them the tools to make business better.

Equality statement:

The policy of Fortune Media is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Fortune Media affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion.