$124,980 – $160,000
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What this role is
The New York Times is hiring a correspondent to cover the Midwest region, reporting on politics, culture, and breaking news while building a network of sources. This role suits experienced journalists who write quickly under deadline pressure and can find stories that reveal something meaningful about the region and its people.
Our summary, not The New York Times Company’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years experience in journalism or media
- strong reporting and writing skills
- portfolio demonstrating politics, news, enterprise and analysis coverage
- ability to work under deadline pressure
- deep knowledge of and sourcing in the Midwest
Nice to have
- familiarity with New York Times style and standards
- flexibility as newsroom needs evolve