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Breaking News and Trending Topics Reporter

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The Tallahassee Democrat, part of the USA TODAY Network, is seeking a digital-first Breaking and Trending News Reporter to lead fast, accurate coverage of the biggest stories in the capital region – and the conversations driving them. This is a high-impact role at the center of daily news, responsible for identifying, verifying and publishing stories that Tallahassee-area readers are searching for, talking about and sharing, and doing so in real time. We’re looking for a competitive, audience-focused journalist who thrives on urgency, embraces analytics, and tells people-first stories that explain not just what happened, but why it matters. What you’ll do

Own breaking news coverage for Tallahassee and Leon County, delivering fast, accurate updates as stories develop Identify trending topics using tools like social media, Google Trends and audience metrics, and quickly turn them into high-interest stories  Produce high-volume digital journalism from quick-turn stories to explainers, live updates and enterprise follow-ups Write with urgency and clarity, filing quickly while maintaining accuracy and strong news judgment Focus on people-first storytelling, showing how news impacts local residents and communities Optimize content for digital audiences, including SEO headlines, engagement formats and multimedia elements Monitor real-time analytics to refine coverage and respond to reader demand Develop sources and original reporting, going beyond aggregation to add context and depth Collaborate with editors and reporters across the USA TODAY Network to localize statewide and national stories Produce photos, video and social content to extend reach and engagement

  What we’re looking for

A digitally savvy, self-starting reporter who thrives in a fast-paced environment Strong news judgment and the ability to spot stories that will resonate with readers Proven ability to write quickly, accurately and engagingly on deadline Experience using SEO, social listening and audience metrics to drive coverage decisions A competitive mindset and passion for growing audience and reach Be comfortable juggling breaking news, trending topics and enterprise work simultaneously Ability to produce multimedia content, including photos and video Strong understanding of journalism ethics, media law and AP style Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field (or equivalent experience) 2+ years of reporting experience preferred

Application Instructions:  We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: 1.    Your resume – one to two pages.2.    A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.3.    Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role. It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. #Newsgnt#LI-CB1

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