Technology Reporter

Job Description

The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world.

Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, digital privacy and much more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and today has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans and Los Angeles.

The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization, funded by readers around the globe. It's the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to The Guardian that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, digital talent and more.

Job Title: Technology Reporter
Location: San Francisco, California
Job Type: Full-time permanent role, News Media Guild position

We are seeking an experienced Technology Reporter to join our dynamic editorial team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the technology landscape, exceptional writing skills, experience covering tech news, and a track record of breaking significant tech stories.

We're looking for someone who is excited to cover the latest major news in the technology field, whether developments in emerging technologies, the industry giants, policy developments, and more. You have fresh ideas for news, feature and enterprise stories, in areas like surveillance and privacy, civil liberties, equity and discrimination, and the social implications of new tech such as AI.

And you love variation. In the course of your work, you might cover the breaking news of Reddit's IPO, appear on The Guardian's daily podcast, write a feature on the revival of an icon of the American internet, or contribute to an end-of-year package on tech in 2024.

The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and entails working West Coast hours.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities

• Research, report, and write compelling tech news stories.
• Balance new coverage with original features and analysis on technology-related topics.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and developments to identify and pitch timely and relevant story ideas.
• Develop and maintain a network of sources within the technology sector.
• Collaborate with editors and other reporters to ensure comprehensive and accurate coverage.

Skills and qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the technology industry.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Excellent news judgement and ability to generate exciting and original story ideas on the most urgent and consequential tech news topics.
• Commitment to editorial independence and understanding that good reporting will be both tough and fair in its coverage of the industry.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a technology reporter or similar role.
• Experience writing and editing technology coverage for a fast-paced digital news publication.
• Experience writing and editing stories in different formats and at various speeds, ranging from breaking news, to explainers, features and enterprise work.
• Extensive experience writing and editing technology coverage for a fast-paced digital news publication.
• Experience writing stories in different formats and at various speeds, ranging from breaking news, to explainers, features and enterprise work.
• Experience balancing both breaking news and long-term editorial goals.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

How to apply

We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes or who possess important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself.

All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter as one PDF document.

Job requisition closes: July 11, 2024

Compensation and Benefits

• 25 days of vacation leave in addition to 11 company holidays
• Unlimited sick time
• Free Headspace subscription for you and your family members(Headspace is a company that offers evidence-based meditation and mindfulness tools, mental health coaching, therapy, psychiatry, and EAP services)
• 401(k) Match
• Subsidized healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous parental leave with 100% pay
• Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Work/Life balance: Flexible hybrid schedule

Culture & Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.

We offer great tools to help you prioritize your wellbeing including a free Headspace subscription and access to Employee Assistance Programs.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Sustainability

Our goal is to become an environmentally regenerative company and we have signed up to a sustainability vision and strategy to reach it. Find more information about sustainability at GNM here.

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Guardian News & Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin or citizenship.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future.

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