Page Six Reporter (Temporary)

Job Description :

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News Sports Pop Culture Fashion and Entertainment with signature wit irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 225 years The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print digital video audio app television and commerce.

Page Six Digital is the modern evolution of the iconic gossip column delivering the latest in celebrity news entertainment and pop culture with a bold fast-paced digital edge. As the go-to destination for breaking stories exclusive scoops and viral moments Page Six has grown far beyond its print roots to become a dynamic multi-platform brand that reaches millions of readers daily across web social and video.

Page Six is looking for a bold sharp and pop culture-obsessed Reporter (temporary) who lives and breathes celebrity news. This is your chance to join the authority in entertainment gossip and help drive the conversations that everyone will be talking about tomorrow. Youll pitch and write buzzy cant-miss stories daily with speed accuracy and unmistakable voice. We want someone whos always one step aheadplugged into social media trends fluent in fan culture and relentless in uncovering those juicy under-the-radar scoops that make Page Six sizzle. If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom know your way around SEO and analytics and can spot a viral moment before it breaks we want to hear from you. Lets make headlines.

Note: The schedule for this role is Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST. This is a temporary role expected to run through September.

Responsibilities:

• Pitch and write several celebrity- and entertainment-based stories quickly and with clean copy daily

• Proactively seek out and uncover under-the-radar stories that will resonate with the Page Six audience

• Have your finger on the pulse of what fans are talking about on social media and the ability to create content that fits their interests

• Help expand Page Sixs nighttime news coverage by monitoring social media and using analytics tools (Google Analytics etc.) to achieve success

• Be a self-starter and have the ability to think quickly on their feet and multitask in a fast-paced news environment

• Have an understanding of SEO best practices and analytics and use that knowledge to help guide coverage

Qualifications:

• At least two years of major journalism experience

• A deep understanding of and passion for all things celebrity and entertainment

• Exceptional writing and reporting skills

• Ability to write succinct eye-catching headlines and clean ready-to-publish content

• Knowledge and understanding of SEO best practices

• Strong editorial judgment and communication skills

• Familiarity with content management systems (Wordpress in particular) photo editing software & web analytics tools

• Flexibility in covering live pop culture events (i.e. Oscars Golden Globes etc.) and working outside traditional business hours when needed

Note: This position is open to candidates based in New York City or Los Angeles. The New York Post adheres to a hybrid work model.

Please note that this is a temporary engagement facilitated through a third-party vendor. While the role supports The New York Post employment and payroll will be managed by the vendor.

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