USA TODAY Co., Inc.
Service Journalism and Trending Reporter
USA TODAY Co., Inc., Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Service Journalism and Trending Reporter
We’re looking for a reporter who is quick and flexible—full of topic‑focused story ideas, who can urgently pursue them and write them at volume in varied formats. This reporter should be deeply curious, highly competitive, and possess the desire to inform digital audiences. The reporter should be comfortable working with local and national editors and reporters across the USA TODAY Network, and able to seamlessly move between topics. Great digital headline‑writing skills are a must.
Responsibilities
Monitor emails, social media, community groups, and other sources to find stories.
Monitor developing stories across news, social, and other media platforms for key topics important to Tennesseans.
Efficiently and accurately write stories, several per day.
Find, pitch, and swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, focusing on what readers want and need to know.
Ensure content is properly optimized for competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism or a related field.
Expertise at using social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, and Bluesky.
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style.
Good fact‑checking and reporting skills.
Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and flexible.
Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
Facility with AI and automation and experience in using it to enhance journalism.
Application Materials
Your resume—one to two pages.
A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
Links to 3–6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a résumé; show us what you’ve done.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual’s application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Newspaper Publishing
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Responsibilities
Monitor emails, social media, community groups, and other sources to find stories.
Monitor developing stories across news, social, and other media platforms for key topics important to Tennesseans.
Efficiently and accurately write stories, several per day.
Find, pitch, and swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, focusing on what readers want and need to know.
Ensure content is properly optimized for competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism or a related field.
Expertise at using social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, and Bluesky.
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style.
Good fact‑checking and reporting skills.
Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and flexible.
Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
Facility with AI and automation and experience in using it to enhance journalism.
Application Materials
Your resume—one to two pages.
A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
Links to 3–6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a résumé; show us what you’ve done.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual’s application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Newspaper Publishing
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