Posted Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM
|Current USA TODAY Co. Employees- Please ensure you are using our abbreviated process on the internal Careers site by logging into Dayforce through MyApps| USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY , and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest , a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ , supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers viaDayforce .Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visitwww.usatodayco.com
The USA TODAY Network
is looking for a
South Florida Connect reporter
to join our service journalism and trending Connect team. This reporter will providetimelyand audience-focused coveragefrom West Palm Beach and communitiesto the north,down through vibrant Fort Lauderdale and multicultural Miami,tothewonders of theFlorida Keys.
These sun-soaked communities are destinations for everything from growing wealth, rich real estate and investment to a hub of international tourism, hockey championships and the greatest living soccer player, Lionel Messi.
We are 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 important to South Florida’s diverse communities.
We start with the headline, so great digital headline-writing skills are a must.
The reporter will work alongside our USA TODAY Network sites in Florida, and network Connect editors and content strategists to cover high-interest stories, help swarm breaking news and plan for major events.
This reporter should be comfortable interacting with and listening to social media and other digital communities, and being comfortable on camera is a plus. They will use data and analytics, and Google Trends and other SEO tools to inform their story choices and presentation on and off our platforms. This reporter must love telling stories quickly when needed, in-depth when called for, and always with accuracy. Living in South Florida and having great familiarity with its communities is preferred, as is ser capaz de escribir en español.
The typical shift will start early, but must be flexible for what the topic needs, meaning nights and/or weekends may also be required. The position is fully remote.
Responsibilities
Monitor emails, social media, communitygroupsand other sources to find stories.
Monitor developing stories across news, social and other media platforms for key topics important toSouth Floridacommunities.
Efficiently and accuratelywritestories,severalper day.
Find,pitchand swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, with a focus on what readers want and need to know.
Ensure content is properlyoptimizedfor competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’sdegree in journalism or related field
Expertiseatusingsocial mediaplatforms;including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Bluesky.
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style.
Well-organized, detail-oriented,and flexible.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
How To Apply We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
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.
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.
Salary and Compensation The hourly rate for this role will range between $24.28 and $37.94. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.
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 individuals’ 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 . Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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|Current USA TODAY Co. Employees- Please ensure you are using our abbreviated process on the internal Careers site by logging into Dayforce through MyApps| USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY , and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest , a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ , supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers viaDayforce .Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visitwww.usatodayco.com
The USA TODAY Network
is looking for a
South Florida Connect reporter
to join our service journalism and trending Connect team. This reporter will providetimelyand audience-focused coveragefrom West Palm Beach and communitiesto the north,down through vibrant Fort Lauderdale and multicultural Miami,tothewonders of theFlorida Keys.
These sun-soaked communities are destinations for everything from growing wealth, rich real estate and investment to a hub of international tourism, hockey championships and the greatest living soccer player, Lionel Messi.
We are 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 important to South Florida’s diverse communities.
We start with the headline, so great digital headline-writing skills are a must.
The reporter will work alongside our USA TODAY Network sites in Florida, and network Connect editors and content strategists to cover high-interest stories, help swarm breaking news and plan for major events.
This reporter should be comfortable interacting with and listening to social media and other digital communities, and being comfortable on camera is a plus. They will use data and analytics, and Google Trends and other SEO tools to inform their story choices and presentation on and off our platforms. This reporter must love telling stories quickly when needed, in-depth when called for, and always with accuracy. Living in South Florida and having great familiarity with its communities is preferred, as is ser capaz de escribir en español.
The typical shift will start early, but must be flexible for what the topic needs, meaning nights and/or weekends may also be required. The position is fully remote.
Responsibilities
Monitor emails, social media, communitygroupsand other sources to find stories.
Monitor developing stories across news, social and other media platforms for key topics important toSouth Floridacommunities.
Efficiently and accuratelywritestories,severalper day.
Find,pitchand swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, with a focus on what readers want and need to know.
Ensure content is properlyoptimizedfor competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or master’sdegree in journalism or related field
Expertiseatusingsocial mediaplatforms;including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Bluesky.
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style.
Well-organized, detail-oriented,and flexible.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
How To Apply We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
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.
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.
Salary and Compensation The hourly rate for this role will range between $24.28 and $37.94. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.
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 individuals’ 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 . Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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