News Reporter

Are you looking to take the next step on your journalism career ladder? TAPinto Newark, an independently owned, award-winning news website that is part of the TAPinto network, has an immediate opening for full-time news reporter. We're looking for a reporter who has experience covering municipal government, including city/town council meetings, planning/zoning board meetings and school board meetings. We're looking or a reporter who wants to dig into New Jesey's largest city and tell stories about education, poverty, housing, economic development, gentrification, equity and injustice.

This is not a remote job. You will be expected to spend your days in the city on the prowl for stories that help readers better understand Newark. Reporters from TAPinto Newark and our sister publication, TAPinto Camden, have graduated to larger news organizations, including The Star-Ledger, NJBIZ, Newsweek and the Burlington County Times. Salary range is $50,000 to $70,000 commensurate with experience. Health benefits package included. Please submit your resume, cover letter explaining why you want the position, along with your five best clips to newark@tapinto.net.