Reporter

• Break news on major employers, publicly traded companies, technology firms and energy companies across Colorado.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CEOs, executives, investors, analysts, entrepreneurs, government officials and industry experts.
• Cover topics such as earnings reports/calls, SEC filings, mergers and acquisitions, capital investments, workforce trends, facility expansions, layoffs and leadership changes.
• Identify emerging trends in technology, energy, innovation and corporate strategy before competitors.
• Develop enterprise stories, profiles and trend pieces that provide context and analysis beyond daily news coverage.
• Use public records, data and financial documents to uncover stories and support reporting.
• Consistently meet deadlines while managing a demanding and fast-moving beat.
• Use networking events, social media platforms and other community-building outlets to expand and fortify a source base and audience.
• Attend newsgathering activities, interview opportunities and events in the community as needed.
• Collaborate with editors, staff photographer and events team on special reports, awards programs, panel discussions and live events.
• Participate in social media to extend the reach of coverage.
• Work collaboratively with other newsroom staffers to maximize the impact and accessibility of stories reported.
• Meet or exceed goals related to audience engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Three or more years of reporting experience, preferably in business journalism.
• Proven experience and motivation for building and maintaining an active audience and a strong source base.
• Solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics, accuracy and story structure.
• Proven excellence in reporting and writing, balancing daily and long-term assignments. 
• Desire and ability to break news and to identify newsworthy events and sources.
• Strong analytical and investigative interviewing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to relate comfortably to a wide range of people, in person, on the phone and online.
• Ability to leverage relationships with sources to deliver content that differentiates the organization from competitors.
• Knowledge of business principles is essential.
• Denver community experience is a plus.
• Comfort with on-stage or on-camera presentations is helpful.
• Proficient with MS Office Products.
• Proficient with Web-Based Communication Platforms (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.).