Crain Communications is hiring: Reporter in Houston

Hart Energy is seeking a curious, detail‑oriented, and digitally savvy Reporter for Technology & Innovation to join our Houston‑based editorial team. This position is ideal for a journalist with a passion for emerging energy technologies – from upstream oilfield innovations to breakthroughs in carbon capture, hydrogen, and wind/solar integration. You will cover a range of stories spanning drilling technologies, production optimization, automation, AI and data analytics in energy, clean tech integration, renewables, and more. This position plays a key role in shaping how Hart Energy informs and influences the future of energy innovation. Key Responsibilities Research, report, and write compelling articles on oil and gas technology, renewable energy innovation, digital transformation, and startup ecosystems in energy. Conduct interviews with engineers, executives such as chief technology officers and researchers across oil & gas and renewable sectors. Collaborate with the Senior Technical Editor to align editorial priorities with industry trends. Monitor key conferences (SPE, OTC, CERAWeek, etc.) and provide event coverage. Generate ideas for feature stories, Q&A, explainer pieces and data‑assisted reporting. Work closely with digital producers to publish and optimize articles for HartEnergy.com. Help build out multimedia storytelling opportunities (podcasts, infographics, video scripts). Support the editorial team in updating and managing the Technology & Innovation section online. Qualifications 2+ years of experience in journalism or B2B media (energy or tech focus preferred). Exceptional writing, editing, and interviewing skills. Ability to translate complex engineering topics into accessible, engaging content. Strong digital publishing familiarity (WordPress, SEO basics, analytics tools). Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field. Ability to work 4 days/week in our Houston newsroom. Preferred Background in energy journalism, oilfield services reporting, or cleantech coverage. Knowledge of shale technologies, offshore systems, or renewables and innovation. Familiarity with industry players such as Halliburton, Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, Siemens Energy and established renewable and emerging tech startups. Why Join Us? Contribute to award‑winning journalism at the forefront of energy innovation. Collaborate with an experienced editorial team committed to impactful reporting. Influence how executives, investors, and engineers understand the energy transition. Access to major industry events, exclusive interviews, and global experts. Please submit your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and links to 2‑3 writing samples (preferably related to technology or energy). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Pay Transparency Disclosure The estimated base salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000. The final salary offering will take into account a wide range of specific and relevant factors, including experience, accomplishments and location. The salary range provided should not be considered as a salary limit or cap. In addition to base salary, Crain also offers competitive benefits including retirement plan savings contributions. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) #J-18808-Ljbffr