What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reporter, Entertainment position at New York Post?
Job Description :
The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence, and authority averaging 90 million unique monthly viewers. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television, and commerce.
The Entertainment team at the New York Post delivers readers their daily fix of celebrity news and pop culture with wit, authority, and an unfiltered edge. From the latest in TV, movies, and music to Broadway buzz and viral celebrity moments, the team covers it all with a sharp eye for what’s trending and what’s worth talking about. Whether it's exclusive interviews, red carpet roundups, or deep dives into Hollywood happenings, the Entertainment desk keeps readers in the know—and always entertained.
We are seeking an experienced Entertainment Reporter (Mon-Fri, 2pm-10pm) to join our entertainment digital team. We are looking for someone who loves all things entertainment and can think strategically, collaborate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced breaking news environment.
Note: The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 2pm-10pm.
Responsibilities:
- Generate and craft 7-8 SEO-optimized news stories related to entertainment daily, leveraging expertise in TV, film, music, and celebrity content to produce high-quality, engaging pieces with clean and compelling copy while meeting stringent deadlines
- Strategically analyze the daily entertainment news cycle and trending topics to identify relevant and engaging story angles
- Collaborate seamlessly with various departments, including social media, video, and photo, to enhance daily news coverage and present stories effectively across different platforms
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry contacts, leveraging extensive network connections to secure exclusive interviews, access breaking news, and enhance the depth and breadth of entertainment coverage
- Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation by making informed decisions and working independently in a fast-paced news environment
- Remain adaptable and ready to assist with editing tasks as necessary, contributing to the overall quality and success of the content produced
- Conduct on-camera interviews, and present engaging video segments for online platforms and social media channels, as needed
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in entertainment and breaking news, with a strong portfolio of published articles covering TV, film, music and celebrity content
- A deep understanding of and passion for all things celebrity and entertainment
- Capability to craft concise, attention-grabbing headlines and produce polished, publication-ready content.
- Existing relationships with industry representatives and sources.
- Demonstrated exceptional news judgment, as well as outstanding writing and reporting abilities
- Proficiency in time management and multitasking, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines effectively
- Deep understanding of SEO principles and the ability to optimize content accordingly
- Knowledge of traffic analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Parse.ly, and an understanding of how to utilize them effectively
- Strong knowledge of the entertainment industry, including current trends and key players.
- Experience with content management systems, particularly WordPress, as well as proficiency in photo editing software
- Excellent on-camera presence and comfortability in front of the camera.
- Flexibility in covering live pop culture events (i.e. Oscars, Golden Globes, etc.) and working outside traditional business hours when needed
Note: This role follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of being on-site in the New York metro area four days per week (subject to change). For candidates based in Los Angeles, the position is currently remote (also subject to change).
At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
In addition to compensation, the company provides eligible employees a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including “elective” benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
