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This position requires a presence in New York
About the Job:
The Real Deal is looking for a reporter to join a rapidly growing media company focused on real estate journalism and headquartered in New York City. 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 on the residential real estate beat, a core area of coverage.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and personalities and a keen desire to learn how the industry intersects with politics, finance, law, entertainment and other areas of the business world. The ability to break news is a must, as is the ability to cultivate sources, pitch story ideas and write clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
- Contribute three to six original articles per week to The Real Deal’s regular coverage of the real estate industry focused on New York City and occasionally on topics of national interest
- In most months, contribute a longer story (1,000 to 2,000 words) to The Real Deal’s monthly, national print magazine
- Occasionally contribute or collaborate on special reporting projects, typically investigative work or deeply researched features
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated writing, interviewing and reporting skills; ability to produce clean, well-organized and accurate copy on deadline, ranging from breaking news to long-form features and investigations
- Ability to write with voice and authority
- Capacity to develop expertise and a robust array of sources in residential brokerage and home sales.
- Ability to obtain and analyze information from databases, property records, financial reports, social media and other sources to identify and enhance stories about the real estate industry
- Understanding of and adherence to journalistic standards, ethics and protocol
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple assignments
- Team player; willingness to collaborate with colleagues; familiarity with newsroom culture
- Business writing experience is preferred
- Ability to do on-camera interviews, host TRD videos and moderate live events is a plus
Who We Are:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This position requires a presence in New York
About the Job:
The Real Deal is looking for a reporter to join a rapidly growing media company focused on real estate journalism and headquartered in New York City. 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 on the residential real estate beat, a core area of coverage.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and personalities and a keen desire to learn how the industry intersects with politics, finance, law, entertainment and other areas of the business world. The ability to break news is a must, as is the ability to cultivate sources, pitch story ideas and write clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
- Contribute three to six original articles per week to The Real Deal’s regular coverage of the real estate industry focused on New York City and occasionally on topics of national interest
- In most months, contribute a longer story (1,000 to 2,000 words) to The Real Deal’s monthly, national print magazine
- Occasionally contribute or collaborate on special reporting projects, typically investigative work or deeply researched features
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated writing, interviewing and reporting skills; ability to produce clean, well-organized and accurate copy on deadline, ranging from breaking news to long-form features and investigations
- Ability to write with voice and authority
- Capacity to develop expertise and a robust array of sources in residential brokerage and home sales.
- Ability to obtain and analyze information from databases, property records, financial reports, social media and other sources to identify and enhance stories about the real estate industry
- Understanding of and adherence to journalistic standards, ethics and protocol
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple assignments
- Team player; willingness to collaborate with colleagues; familiarity with newsroom culture
- Business writing experience is preferred
- Ability to do on-camera interviews, host TRD videos and moderate live events is a plus
Who We Are:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Nexstar Media Group12
- Sinclair Broadcast9
- USA TODAY8
- The Hearst Corporation8
- GRAY MEDIA7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Food & Beverage
- Media & Entertainment
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general assignment reporter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Experience filing accurate stories under tight daily or breaking-news deadlines
- Proficiency with a content management system such as a standard newsroom CMS
- Demonstrated multimedia skills including photo, video, or audio production
- Strong public-records research skills and familiarity with FOIA requests
- Active presence on social platforms for story sourcing and content distribution
Tips for Your General Assignment Reporter Job Search
Tailor your clips to the beat
Editors reviewing general assignment reporter applications read clips first. Pull two or three that show range across unrelated topics on deadline, not just your best long feature. Variety signals you can cover anything thrown at you.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general assignment reporter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your source network explicitly
Job postings rarely ask for it, but hiring editors care whether you already have relationships with police, local officials, or community figures in their coverage area. Name specific source types you've cultivated in your resume summary or cover letter.
Show your speed with a deadline example
Editors at daily outlets want proof you file clean copy fast. Add a one-line context note beneath a clip, such as the story type and how quickly you filed, so the editor doesn't have to guess at the circumstances.
Research the outlet's current coverage gaps
Read a week of the outlet's output before your interview and identify a beat or story type they've undercovered. Naming that gap shows you understand their audience and positions you as someone who arrives with ideas, not just credentials.
Negotiate start date before discussing anything else
Newsrooms often need someone in the seat fast. If you can start sooner than a standard two-week notice, say so early in final-round conversations. Availability is a real differentiator when two candidates are otherwise equal.
General Assignment Reporter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general assignment reporters?
The companies hiring the most general assignment reporters right now include Nexstar Media Group, Sinclair Broadcast, and USA TODAY, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, New York, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings shift quickly at news organizations, so checking current listings frequently gives you the clearest picture of where hiring is active.
How many general assignment reporter jobs are remote?
About 62% of general assignment reporter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by outlet type. Digital-native publications and national wire services tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while local broadcast and community print outlets almost always require reporters to be on the ground in a specific market.
How do you become a general assignment reporter?
Start by earning a journalism or communications degree and building clips through student media, campus publications, or freelance work. Pursue internships at daily news organizations to demonstrate you can file on deadline. Build a portfolio that shows range across topics, then apply to staff positions at smaller outlets where general assignment roles are most common for early-career reporters.
Can I get hired as a general assignment reporter with little or no experience?
Yes, especially at community newspapers, local digital outlets, and nonprofit newsrooms that prioritize potential over a long clip file. Editors at smaller outlets care more about your ability to find sources, write clearly, and meet deadlines than a lengthy resume. A strong set of clips from student media, a hyperlocal blog, or freelance bylines can substitute for staff experience when you apply.
What does the general assignment reporter interview process look like?
Most newsrooms start with a phone or video screen where an editor asks about your reporting background and clip selection. A writing or reporting test is common at the next stage, often asking you to pitch story ideas or rewrite a rough draft under a time limit. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with senior editors about your sourcing approach and how you handle deadline pressure.
Where can I find and apply to general assignment reporter jobs?
You can find and apply to general assignment reporter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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