Reporter

Courthouse News Service, a California-based news service, is seeking a reporter to cover federal and state courts in North Carolina. A legal background is not required, but demonstrated interest and ability in writing or journalism is necessary.

The job will entail going to the Mecklenburg County courthouse every weekday afternoon to review and summarize new civil complaints and covering other area courts on a weekly basis. The reporter is also expected to pitch and write stories about North Carolina politics and government. Competitive pay is offered for about 40 hours per week, and benefits are available.

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to newjob5@courthousenews.com, and attach 3-5 writing samples. Please include "Charlotte Reporter" in the subject line.