Reporter - Real Estate & Development

Real Estate and Development Reporter- $45,000+ Annually, Top News Organization, Meaningful Work

Future Impacter,

Our Real Estate and Development Reporters help inform community members by providing important updates on commercial and residential development, mixed-use developments and master-planned communities. By attending local economic council meetings, connecting with local officials and networking with other community leaders, our Real Estate and Development Reporters disseminate news that is central to the lives of our communities’ residents.

Note: While our office location is in Jersey Village, this role will cover updates for Houston, Texas.

ABOUT YOU

You should apply to our Real Estate and Development Reporter role if you:

• Have experience covering real estate and development topics
• Feel confident researching real estate and property tax trends and have experience with data visualization
• Previously have written for a professional publication or school newspaper
• Can produce 10 stories per week
• Have availability on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, plus evenings/weekends as needed to cover meetings and breaking news
• Are eager to interview sources in-person throughout the greater metro area
• Proven ability to develop relationships with sources
• Feel comfortable with taking photos to complement your written work
• Are proficient in AP Style and familiar with content management systems
• Understand the importance of meeting deadlines and managing your own time efficiently
• Are confident in finding and pitching your own story ideas with minimal supervision

WHY JOIN COMMUNITY IMPACT

• Starting hourly rate of $21.64 ($45,000 annually) or more with experience
• $135 monthly stipend for gas, mileage and tolls
• Up to 80 hours of vacation and 80 hours of personal/sick time (prorated) in your first year
• 10 paid holidays per year, plus a paid day off for your birthday
• Medical, dental, vision, and employer-paid life insurance
• Supplemental insurance options including accident and critical illness insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

If you are ready to make a real difference in your community, apply today.