Police and Breaking News Reporter Job at McClatchy in Miami

Overview The Miami Herald is looking for an aggressive and enterprising reporter to cover cops and breaking news in the Miami area. We seek a reporter who can report quickly and accurately, break exclusives, build sources, and adapt to fast-moving situations on the scene. The role also includes anchoring major breaking news and developing trend and accountability stories behind the day’s news.

We’re looking for someone who is excited about working in a bilingual newsroom in one of the United States’ most diverse and dynamic communities. Language skills – Spanish, Portuguese, French / Creole – add value in South Florida.

What you’ll bring Strong reporting, lively writing and excellent news judgment

Commitment to a digital-first, audience-forward approach to breaking stories quickly, then developing them on the fly

Ability to juggle quick-turn dailies and short-, mid- and long-range enterprise

Desire to take an enterprise and watchdog approach to the beat

Eagerness to pioneer and responsibly use AI tools to enhance reporting

Unwavering commitment to accurate, ethical journalism

Understanding of digital publishing, online metrics and reader engagement, and how to use these tools to elevate engagement

Openness and enthusiasm for alternative formats and multimedia storytelling

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to take and give constructive criticism, and to work collaboratively with a variety of personalities and teams

A track record for innovation, learning and using new skills and technologies, especially AI

What you’ll do This is a day shift position that will likely involve one weekend shift

Based in South Florida, with flexibility in working from home and in our Miami newsroom; news is gathered on the scene, not from home or the office

Proficiency with AP style and a strong command of spelling, grammar and punctuation

Understanding of and adherence to professional journalism standards for fair and accurate reporting

College degree or equivalent experience

Several years of experience working a beat

McClatchy Media’s journalists are encouraged to ethically harness and leverage artificial intelligence and other automation to enhance and elevate their work and to find efficiencies that free them to focus on source-building and high-quality, deeply reported journalism.

What we’ll bring As a journalist at McClatchy, you will join a supportive, flexible, collaborative team. McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package supports health, well-being, wealth and daily life. Benefits include healthcare coverage for employees and their families, financial protection from expenses, wellness resources, coverage for four-legged friends, a 401(k) with employer match, generous paid time off and corporate holidays, and mental health benefits.

Equity and inclusion The Herald strives to attract journalists from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply.

To apply Please include your resume, five samples of your work, and a letter outlining how you would develop sources and rise above the pack with unique, high-interest stories in this position.

About McClatchy Media The McClatchy Media Company features a portfolio of trusted news, lifestyle and entertainment brands and a robust distribution network. Our local brands, including the Miami Herald, have earned numerous awards and reach millions of readers monthly. Our Retail Network delivers to thousands of locations weekly.

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