CoStar Group’s award-winning News team is the go-to source for industry news, delivering timely stories that help our customers stay informed. Comprised of seasoned journalists, CoStar News publishes headlines that inform the commercial real estate industry — the latest deals, major transactions, and promotions across numerous markets worldwide.
As a CoStar News Staff Writer you will be responsible for reporting and writing about the one of the most dynamic real estate markets in the world — New York. We are seeking a sure-footed self-starter who can regularly deliver scoops and enterprise about the big names and bigger buildings that animate the nation’s largest commercial real estate community. This is a high-profile, lively beat, with lots of competition, so we have a strong preference for a journalist experienced in the property markets or business topics who can help readers understand how the city is changing and where the future lies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate an ability to break news and produce engaging features and trend stories for an audience of commercial real estate professionals
Cultivate and manage a bench of knowledgeable sources and expert contributors
Maintain a thorough knowledge of current affairs and commercial real estate news by reading key publications, looking for opportunities to help CoStar stand apart
Follow generally accepted journalism ethics and standards to report the facts, including a commitment to truth, accuracy, fairness and impartiality
Use readership and social media data to gain a better understanding of the news our readers are most interested in to help shape future coverage
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required in journalism, communications, or a related discipline
5+ years of experience reporting and writing for a daily business journal or publication
1+ year of experience reporting and writing within the commercial real estate or property markets
Candidates are required to submit portfolio of work supporting above listed experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Results oriented with a proven ability to prioritize, drive and achieve results while working to deadlines under pressure
Comfort with digital media, with a creative flair for images and other visual content to accompany reports
Proven ability to uncover breaking news
Solid web headline and story writing skills, with a command of AP Style and a knowledge of SEO and social media best practices
Ability to work within a collaborative environment
Demonstrated interest in the commercial real estate industry
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