Overnight General Assignment Reporter (Sun-Times)

The Chicago Sun-Times is the hardest-working paper in America, covering the stories and issues that matter most to Chicagoans with depth, integrity, and grit. The newsroom has earned eight Pulitzer Prizes for its hard-hitting investigative reporting, in-depth political coverage, insightful sports analysis, entertainment reviews, and cultural commentary. An industry-leading innovator in local news, it has been recognized nationally for expanding digital and multimedia reporting platforms alongside its indomitable newspaper, the oldest continuously published daily in the city.

In January 2022, the Sun-Times merged with public radio station WBEZ with a shared mission to strengthen local journalism in Chicago. Under the banner of Chicago Public Media, Chicago Sun-Times Media, Inc. (CSTM) is now part of one of the largest nonprofit news organizations in the nation. This merger reinforces our commitment to serving Chicagoans with the news that matters most -– fact-based, unbiased journalism that is deeply connected to Chicago communities.

We are seeking an Overnight Reporter to join our growing newsroom. The Overnight Reporter will provide breaking and trending news and feature coverage for and about the Chicago metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will be someone who can quickly discern facts from a political news conference or a crime scene as well as write with a fun, engaging voice on cultural trends. You may also be asked to provide multimedia elements for the stories you report.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide breaking and trending news and feature coverage as well as produce in-depth pieces on trends and a variety of topics
Report clearly, accurately, and fairly to deliver fully sourced new stories on tight deadlines
Work collaboratively with editors and other reporters on breaking news and assigned stories

Requirements

A minimum of two years of experience as a reporter
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, or a related field
A focus on producing accurate and factual stories
Ability to collaborate with reporters and editors on stories
Ability to write in-depth stories
Ability to juggle multiple stories while working on longer pieces
Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays

What We Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan
Opportunity to work within a collaborative team culture
A flexible work schedule

Opportunity to be part of an iconic brand and help build the future of local news!