We're looking to grow our team! And we hope to fill the below positions with reporters and editors who are at ease covering breaking NYC news events as well as investigating longer features across news, culture, and food sections. Please click on the corresponding links to apply.
Digital Reporter Producer, Gothamist (3 Openings)
Gothamist, now part of WNYC for over a year, is looking for THREE full-time digital reporters. Ideal candidates are devotees of New York City news, urban etiquette experts, bodega cat aficionados, and have an interest in the city's diverse and expansive arts, culture and food scenes. We want journalists who mix skepticism with a keen eye for details and are excited to share ideas and act on them. We’re a small team that does big things.
As a Digital Reporter / Producer on the team, you will sift through an ocean of news, discard pro forma filler, and elevate important, insightful, moving, or otherwise noteworthy stories with enriching context and without cliché. Sometimes you will pick up the phone, send a raft of emails, and leave the office to bring back something original or unexpected for the post.
You will be responsible for writing stories for Gothamist.com. Some may contain a mix of aggregation and our own reporting to advance the story, while others may emphasize substantive reportage that is influenced by the Gothamist "voice" that makes our aggregation trenchant and entertaining. In other words, journalists who mix skepticism with a keen eye for details and are excited to share ideas and act on them.
Candidates are also open-minded collaborators who are excited about the opportunities that a combined Gothamist/WNYC newsroom can offer in providing a definitive, authentic take on news and life in New York.
You should also be eager to think about how Gothamist continues to serve its audience of New Yorkers who want to be savvy about city issues—and present fresh ideas on how to reach those who might not have realized Gothamist was the resource they needed.
Responsibilities include:
- Writing and reporting 2-4 stories per day (total output dependent on length and originality)
- Willingness to work across different subject areas—news, food, and arts & culture
- Working with editors to develop, pitch new story ideas
- Appearing on WNYC platforms, including news shows, talk shows and podcasts
- Creating content for social media platforms, newsletters, and other Gothamist & WNYC products
Necessary skills and experience:
- 1-5 years writing and/or reporting for a digital or print publication
- Strong interest in New York City
- Ability to multitask and take direction in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Desire to collaborate and brainstorm
- Fluent understanding of social media platforms for research purposes
- Familiarity with social media best practices
- Basic photo editing skills
- Ability to shoot photographs and videos a plus
Benefits:
- Full-time position (35 hours/week) with competitive compensation package
- Eligible for full insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental, prescription)
- Eligible for 403(B) Retirement Plan
- Fantastic paid time off package including: vacation days, personal/sick days, and paid holidays
If you don't meet all the bullet points, but think you'd be a great candidate—apply and tell us why! Please include a resume, a letter expressing interest and links to clips. (Full listing here; APPLY HERE)
These digital reporter-producer positions are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between New York Public Radio and SAG-AFTRA.
News Editor, Gothamist
Gothamist, now part of WNYC for over a year, is looking for a full-time NEWS EDITOR. The ideal candidates are devotees of New York City news, urban etiquette experts, bodega cat aficionados, and have an interest in the city's diverse and expansive arts, culture and food scenes. We want journalists who mix skepticism with a keen eye for details and are excited to share ideas and act on them. We’re a small team that does big things.
We are looking for an Editor with a strong background in digital journalism, and who is at ease with overseeing breaking NYC news coverage as well as shepherding longer features.
As an Editor, you will be responsible for identifying stories for Gothamist.com from a myriad of sources, including the WNYC newsroom and shows. We're looking for an exceptional communicator and an energetic collaborator, with a keen eye for trending items. The ability to encourage thoughtful, sharp writing and insights from reporters while meeting deadlines is also key..
Candidates are also open-minded collaborators who are excited about the opportunities that a combined Gothamist/WNYC newsroom can offer in providing a definitive, authentic take on news and life in New York.
You should also be eager to think about how Gothamist continues to serve its audience of New Yorkers who want to be savvy about city issues—and present fresh ideas on how to reach those who might not have realized Gothamist was the resource they needed.
Responsibilities include:
- Edit stories from reporters from Gothamist and WNYC as well as freelance contributors
- Brainstorm coverage areas across news, culture, and food, and assign stories
- Write multiple stories for Gothamist weekly, as needed
- Copy edit for the site as needed
- Manage story publication as needed
- Coordinate and manage content for social media media platforms, newsletters, and other Gothamist & WNYC products
Necessary skills and experience:
- At least 5-7 years leading a content team as an editor for a digital or print publication
- Proven experience as writer and reporter
- Deep knowledge of New York City
- Ability to multitask and take/give direction in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Familiarity of social media best practices
- Experience managing writers and freelancers
- An interest in NYC's food and dining scene, and how this coverage can intersect with broader issues, a plus
- Photo editing skills, a plus
Benefits:
- Full-time position (35 hours/week) with competitive compensation package
- Eligible for full insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental, prescription)
- Eligible for 403(B) Retirement Plan
- Fantastic paid time off package including: vacation days, personal/sick days, and paid holidays
If you don't meet all the bullet points, but think you'd be a great candidate—apply and tell us why! Please include a resume, a letter expressing interest and links to clips. (Full listing here; APPLY HERE)
New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
