Breaking News Reporter

The Daily Herald is seeking a reporter to cover breaking news, courts and other public safety stories in Snohomish County. If you're a newshound eager to do meaningful journalism on a fascinating and dynamic beat, we want you here. This is the crime desk, and you'll report on plenty of breaking stories, but we do not want you churning out clickbait. This is a position for someone who can also sift through the noise to unearth powerful stories that resonate here and beyond. As a general rule, this newspaper values depth above quantity. No quotas. Editors trust reporters to give each story the time it deserves. You'll work alongside about a dozen reporters who will go out of their way to help you succeed. Our staff is encouraged to share bylines and bounce ideas off of one another. We believe just about anything can be looked at from a public safety angle, but you'll be more than welcome to follow your passions and write outside of your beat. We're looking for a clear writer with strong storytelling skills. If you've worked much with alternative story forms, that's a big plus. You should also be comfortable taking photos and videos.