Job summary
Job overview
The Senior Tech Reporter at NBC News Digital focuses on major technology companies, CEOs, and products, delivering impactful and exclusive reporting that shapes public understanding of the tech industry's influence on society.
Responsibilities and impact
The reporter is expected to publish exclusive and revelatory information regularly, cover major national tech storylines with scoops and detailed analysis, maintain a deep and accurate source base, and write engagingly without opinion, contributing to NBCNews.com and a weekly newsletter.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $150,000 to $200,000, company-sponsored benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and various discounts and perks.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have at least 8 years of technology reporting experience, impeccable journalistic ethics and sourcing, ability to produce fresh weekly newsletter content, and comfort with breaking news and exclusives.
Work environment and culture
The role is hybrid with a minimum of three days per week in office in San Francisco, Washington DC, or New York, emphasizing collaboration across teams and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Company information
NBCUniversal is a leading global media and entertainment company with a broad portfolio including NBC, MSNBC, CNBC, and Peacock, committed to inclusive culture and community impact.
Team overview
The reporter will join NBC News Digital, working closely with the business and economy unit and Washington DC Bureau, contributing to digital content and potentially appearing on air.
Job location and travel
The position is hybrid based in San Francisco, Washington DC, or New York, requiring office presence at least three days per week.
Application process
External candidates may need to attend an in-person interview at NBCUniversal locations; accommodations are available for disabilities upon request.
Unique job features
This role offers the opportunity to break major tech news stories, work on a high-impact beat with a wide remit, and contribute across multiple NBC platforms including digital and on-air appearances.
Company overview
NBC News is a leading American news division of the broadcast television network NBC, owned by NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast. It generates revenue primarily through advertising, subscription fees, and licensing its content to other platforms. Founded in 1940, NBC News has a rich history of pioneering television journalism, including the launch of iconic programs like "Today" and "NBC Nightly News." The company is known for its comprehensive coverage of global and national news, investigative journalism, and digital media presence.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in technology reporting, especially your ability to produce exclusive scoops and deep enterprise stories on influential tech leaders and companies.
Highlight your skills in building and maintaining a robust source base, your impeccable journalistic ethics, and your capability to write insightful, engaging, and non-opinionated analysis that resonates with a national audience.
Apply through multiple channels including NBC News' official careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where NBC News listings appear to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with reporters and editors in NBC News Digital and the business and economy units; use ice breakers like commenting on recent tech stories they've covered or expressing interest in their coverage of major tech events.
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