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Steno

Court Reporter Relations Assistant

$20 - $27/hr

Court Reporter Relations Assistant, Provider Operations - Post-Deposition Full-Time, Remote / Hourly, Non-Exempt / Includes Benefits, PTO, Flexible Schedule, Equity Steno is growing! We're looking ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

Hearst Television

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

Hearst

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

Hearst

Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Reporter WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas ... You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Plan, gather and assemble ...

State of South Carolina

Court Reporter III

SC · On-site

Under the direct supervision of a Court Reporter Supervisor, the Court Reporter III provides ... Work independently with sound judgment and strong attention to detail. * Assist judges and court ...

Hearst Newspapers

Anchor Reporter

Manchester, NH

You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose. * Work with and guide reporters and producers ...

Hearst

Anchor Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose. * Work with and guide reporters and producers ...

Hearst Television

Anchor Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose. * Work with and guide reporters and producers ...

Hearst Newspapers

Anchor Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

You will report to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities * Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose. * Work with and guide reporters and producers ...

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What is an assistant reporter?

Assistant Reporters are entry-level professionals in the journalism field who provide support to senior reporters and editors. Their duties often include conducting research, fact-checking, gathering information, transcribing interviews, and assisting with writing news stories. Assistant Reporters may also help with organizing schedules, attending events, and ensuring deadlines are met. This role is a valuable stepping stone for those looking to advance to a full reporter or journalist position, offering hands-on experience with newsroom operations and journalistic practices.

What does an assistant reporter do?

Assistant Reporters are often tasked with researching story backgrounds, conducting interviews, verifying facts, and assisting senior reporters with preparing articles. Their role frequently involves monitoring newswires, gathering quotes, and occasionally covering smaller assignments or events to support the newsroom’s workflow. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and excellent communication skills, as Assistant Reporters regularly collaborate with editors, photographers, and other journalists to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant reporter?

To thrive as an Assistant Reporter, you need strong research, writing, and interviewing skills, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing tools, content management systems, and basic multimedia editing software is typically required. Attention to detail, curiosity, and excellent communication skills help you stand out in this role. These abilities ensure timely, accurate reporting and effective collaboration within newsrooms, which are critical for producing high-quality journalistic content.

What is the difference between Assistant Reporter vs Reporter?

AspectAssistant ReporterReporter
CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in journalism or related fieldSame as Assistant Reporter, often with more experience
Work EnvironmentSupports reporting tasks, often under supervisionConducts independent reporting, interviews, and story writing
Employer & Industry UsageMedia outlets, news agencies, online publicationsSame as Assistant Reporter, with increased responsibilities

The main difference between an Assistant Reporter and a Reporter is the level of responsibility. Assistant Reporters usually support senior reporters and handle preliminary research, while Reporters independently gather news, conduct interviews, and produce stories. Both roles require similar credentials and work in similar environments, but Reporters typically have more experience and autonomy.

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Assistant Reporter of Decisions

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Supreme Court of the United States
Law Courts • 10K+ employees
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$121K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Summary
This is a full-time position with the Office of the Reporter of Decisions at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: Monday, 09/20/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.
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The Assistant Reporter of Decisions assists the Reporter of Decisions in fulfilling the Reporter's statutory responsibility to prepare the Court's decisions for initial release and official publication in the United States Reports (preliminary prints and bound volumes).
Responsibilities of the Assistant Reporter of Decisions may include but are not limited to:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Legal Review:
  • Writes, alternately with Reporter and Deputy Reporter, syllabuses for the Court's opinions.
  • Edits the Court's opinions for accuracy and standardization of format and style in preparation for release and publication in the United States Reports.
  • Prepares the indexes for each preliminary print of the United States Reports; checks clerical staff's compilation of bound volumes indexes.
  • Reviews page proofs of the Court's opinions to update citations and for possible further editorial changes; reads page proofs of orders, tables, and indexes, and marks cross-references, for preliminary prints.
  • Reviews preliminary prints for possible final editorial changes prior to publication of bound volumes.

Office Administration:
  • Answers public inquiries and in-house inquiries (e.g., of Justices' law clerks).
  • Assists Reporter in supervising the office staff and in handling miscellaneous office procedures.

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Conditions of employment
  • Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
  • Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications
At least three years' editorial experience in legal publishing field, particularly at the managerial level, is desirable. At the full performance level, the position requires thorough knowledge of federal and state law reports and court systems; federal statutory system; methods of legal research; and English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. General knowledge of major fields of law, with special emphasis on federal constitutional law. Demonstrated aptitude for legal writing. Knowledge of legal publication procedures, including digital publication is desirable.
Education
Law school graduate and, preferably, admission to the bar of some State and at least five years practical experience in the field of law (practice of law, government attorney, corporate attorney, etc.).
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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