FREELANCE REPORTER—BUSINESS OF MEDIA

Freelance Reporter—Business of Media

Observer is looking for a regular freelance reporter to cover major social media and streaming companies. We’re seeking someone fascinated by not only the latest developments but also the executives, entrepreneurs and investors behind them.

This is a role for an early- to mid-career business journalist looking to develop their expertise in the media industry. The ideal candidate should have an insatiable curiosity an expansive network of sources in the media industry. They should also have a good understanding of the broader worlds of business, corporate finance and economy.

At its core, this beat will be about how the most innovative minds in these emerging industries come up with ideas and make things happen. We’re looking for a reporter who can see the big picture but embraces the details and is entrepreneurial in finding and pitching stories.

We’re Looking For a Reporter With

• At least two years of experience in business journalism and a track record for writing for reputable news outlets.
• A facility for writing both breaking news and longer enterprise stories.
• An eagerness to find and pitch story ideas regularly.
• High journalistic standards, attention to detail, and the skeptical heart of a fact-checker.
• The ability to attend and cover industry events.
• Comfort with data and experience building their own charts.
  
  

Our standard rate is $250 to $400 per article for 600-800 words. Higher rates are negotiable for exclusives and features. It is limited to U.S.-based applicants. To apply, please send your resume to jobs@observer.com along with three to five writing samples or a link to a personal website/portfolio.