Enterprise/Investigative Reporter, Metro

Join the hundreds of talented and innovative team members who are making an impact every day at California Times, incorporating Los Angeles Times and San Diego Union-Tribune, two of the most iconic media brands in the nation. Whether you love to tell compelling stories or want to drive our award-winning powerhouse in new directions, the Los Angeles Times team is the place to be.

Job Description Summary

The Los Angeles Times has an opening for an enterprise/investigative reporter in Metro.

We are looking for an experienced writer to work on rapid-response investigations and lead enterprise coverage off the news, with a focus on California. The successful candidate must be able to jump into unfamiliar topics with ease, collaborate with other journalists across the newsroom and generate scoops and in-depth reporting in a competitive breaking news environment.

Job Description

The job will be a mix of short-term and medium-term stories. Sometimes, it will involve swarming a huge story with a larger group of reporters looking for the big story or accountability angles. Other times, it will mean digging deep into a subject, institution or news event to tell the most compelling tale. A deep passion for digging and digital storytelling is essential.

Requirements:

• A minimum of seven years of journalism experience; experience conceiving and developing data-driven work for the general public is a plus
• Ability to foster excellent communication with peers, supervisors and the newsroom
• Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent skills in news writing and reporting, combining strong news judgment, fluency in style and deep knowledge of taste and legal considerations
• Ability to navigate digital platforms and stay on top of current events
• Understanding of the importance of accuracy and precision
• An ethical and inclusive approach in the workplace that promotes collaboration
• Comfortable appearing on TV and radio on behalf of the L.A. Times
  

The L.A. Times is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Explore our company history, achievement, values, mission and more on our Careers Site .

This position is classified as Reporter in the Los Angeles Times Guild. Times staff is currently working remotely, but when we return to the newsroom the position will be based in El Segundo, Calif.

Qualified applicants should upload a resume and cover letter to Deputy Managing Editor Shelby Grad and City Editor Hector Becerra at the apply link.

Please note, the opportunity to attach additional documents appears on the third screen and is labeled “Upload.”

Thank you for your interest in joining our team at the Los Angeles Times! We look forward to reviewing your application.