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US News Reporter (Casual)

Newsweek · United Kingdom

Posted 8 days ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
8 days
Newsweek's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
33% of Newsweek's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Newsweek
high
10 stale, 0 reposted of 18 open
Hiring momentum
25 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Newsweek's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Newsweek.

About this role

The US News Reporter will work in Newsweek's UK-based digital newsroom, focusing on producing fast and accurate coverage of US politics, current affairs, and culture for an American audience. Daily responsibilities include sourcing and pitching stories, conducting interviews, writing engaging digital content, and monitoring various platforms for emerging news. The role requires strong editorial judgment and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Newsweek as an employer.

What you need

  • Experience in a reputable, fast-paced digital newsroom, covering US news, including politics, current affairs and culture.
  • Proven ability to source, pitch, report and produce several stories each day to a high standard.
  • Detailed knowledge of US news and trends, and an understanding of how to write engaging stories for an American audience.
  • Strong news judgement and an excellent command of clear, concise digital copy.
  • Experience using social media and Google Trends to identify stories and emerging topics.
  • Ability to work accurately and calmly to tight deadlines.

Nice to have

  • Proficiency with content management systems, digital publishing tools and basic analytics to inform coverage decisions.
  • A track record of original reporting, including scoops, exclusives or high-impact enterprise pieces.
  • Familiarity with data journalism basics, including spreadsheets, public datasets, simple charts and court or public records.
  • Competency with multimedia, including image editing, simple video trimming and social embeds.
  • Knowledge of SEO techniques and audience development strategies.

Worth weighing

  • This is a casual position with flexible working hours, which may not provide the stability of a full-time role.
  • The position is remote, but those in London have the option to work from the office, which may affect team dynamics.
  • No specific salary or compensation details are provided in the posting.

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Listed by Newsweek on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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