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Sports Reporter

Munster, IN

Sports Reporter The Times of Northwest Indiana in Munster, Indiana, is seeking a curious, driven and enthusiastic sports features writer to join its sports desk. The successful candidate will come ...

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Entertainment Tech Reporter

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

We are looking for an experienced Entertainment Reporter to cover the intersection of Hollywood and ... features. This beat is key to our editorial operation and will help drive the overall tone of dot.

dot.LA

Entertainment Tech Reporter

Los Angeles, CA

We are looking for an experienced Entertainment Reporter to cover the intersection of Hollywood and ... features. This beat is key to our editorial operation and will help drive the overall tone of dot.

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Fond du Lac. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Sheboygan, WI · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Sheboygan. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Manitowoc, WI · Hybrid

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Manitowoc. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

The Real Deal

Reporter

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

The reporter would be responsible for writing several original web stories per week and produce in-depth features for the website and our monthly magazine. The ideal candidate will have an interest ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Somerset, PA · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Somerset. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Appleton, WI · Hybrid

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Appleton. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Hearst

Local Politics Reporter

Houston, TX

$22.50 - $30.75/hr

Local Politics Reporter The Houston Chronicle is seeking a sharp, well-sourced reporter based in ... King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local Politics Reporter

Houston, TX

$22.50 - $30.75/hr

Local Politics Reporter The Houston Chronicle is seeking a sharp, well-sourced reporter based in ... King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories ...

Hearst

Local Politics Reporter

Houston, TX · On-site

$22.50 - $30.75/hr

Local Politics Reporter The Houston Chronicle is seeking a sharp, well-sourced reporter based in ... King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Springfield, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Springfield. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Somerset, PA · Remote

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Somerset. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Altoona, PA · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Altoona. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Bloomington, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Bloomington-Normal. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Huntingdon, PA · Hybrid

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Huntingdon. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Altoona, PA · Remote

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Altoona. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

Village Media Inc.

Reporter

Indiana, PA · On-site

$50K/yr

Local coverage - Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories ... Reporter - Indiana. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your journalistic ...

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How much do features reporter jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for features reporter in the United States is $61,828.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a Features Reporter faces when developing in-depth stories?

Features Reporters often encounter challenges such as finding unique angles on well-covered topics, securing interviews with hard-to-reach sources, and balancing in-depth research with tight deadlines. Additionally, they must craft engaging narratives that resonate with diverse audiences while adhering to editorial guidelines. Collaboration with editors, photographers, and designers is essential to ensure the story is visually compelling and accurately presented.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Features Reporter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Features Reporter, you need excellent writing, research, and interviewing skills, often supported by a journalism degree or related experience. Familiarity with content management systems, digital publishing tools, and multimedia storytelling techniques is typically required. Curiosity, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills help you uncover unique angles and build rapport with sources. These skills are crucial for producing engaging, well-researched stories that attract and retain readership in a competitive media landscape.

What is the difference between Features Reporter vs News Reporter?

AspectFeatures ReporterNews Reporter
Primary FocusIn-depth feature stories, human interest, profilesBreaking news, current events, timely reporting
Work EnvironmentLonger deadlines, investigative work, feature sectionsFast-paced, deadline-driven, newsrooms
Required SkillsStorytelling, research, interviewing, writingQuick reporting, fact-checking, concise writing
Common UsageMagazines, special sections, lifestyle outletsDaily newspapers, news websites

Features Reporters focus on in-depth, human-interest stories and profiles, often working on longer-term projects. News Reporters concentrate on timely, breaking news and current events, requiring quick turnaround and concise reporting. While both roles involve strong writing and interviewing skills, their work environments and story types differ significantly.

What are features reporters?

Features reporters are journalists who specialize in writing in-depth articles that go beyond breaking news. They focus on storytelling, human interest pieces, profiles, and trend analysis, often providing context and background to help readers understand broader issues. Unlike news reporters, features reporters have more flexibility in their writing style and can explore topics in greater detail, crafting engaging narratives that inform and entertain. Their work is typically found in the features, lifestyle, or magazine sections of newspapers and digital publications.
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Infographic showing various Features Reporter job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 31% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,828 per year, or $29.7 per hour.

Entertainment and Arts Reporter (Temporary)

nantmedia

El Segundo, CA

Other

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

The Los Angeles Times has an opening for a temporary reporter to cover entertainment and arts.

This general assignment role will have two primary lanes: arts news, features and guides and breaking entertainment news. One day this reporter may focus on a quick-turn obituary, pivoting to a new museum opening the next. All the while, this journalist may be working on an evergreen guide that takes several reporting trips across Los Angeles to finalize over time. This flexible self-starter will also be skilled in and excited by vertical video production and contributing to a weekly newsletter. The workload will include stories conceived by the writer and those assigned by an editor.

Responsibilities:

  • Report and write stories across a variety of entertainment and arts subject areas, with an ability to turn around breaking news, step-backs, explainers, news features, analysis, guides and, when appropriate, investigations
  • Cultivate sources and contacts to aid in the execution of a range of stories
  • Contribute to the Essential Arts newsletter
  • Identify unique angles that will advance a story beyond what other outlets have already reported
  • Demonstrate an ability and willingness to cover subject matter outside one’s knowledge or comfort zone
  • Write engaging headlines and SEO components with a digital, diverse audience in mind
  • Work with fellow writers, editors, audience engagement staff and other reporters to achieve department and organizational goals

Requirements:

  • A minimum of two and up to five years of reporting experience
  • Proven ability to frame stories in fresh and fun ways
  • Skilled at turning around breaking news assignments quickly on tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to file both formal breaking news coverage and features and guides with detail, texture and voice
  • A knack for obtaining compelling art and writing headlines that grab the attention of busy readers
  • An adventurous spirit and desire to explore, which translates to some regional travel 
  • Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule in order to attend night and weekend events 
  • Core journalism skills such as accuracy, ability to meet deadline and desire to contribute to breaking news coverage
  • A demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards 
  • Comfortable appearing on TV, radio and podcasts on behalf of the L.A. Times

This temporary position is expected to last six months and will be based in El Segundo, Calif. Occasional night and weekend work is expected. Reporters must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle in good working condition, with suitable auto insurance coverage.

Qualified candidates should send a resume, cover letter and applicable clips to Entertainment and Arts Editor Brittany Levine Beckman and Deputy Editor Maane Khatchatourian.

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