Based on skill set and interests, fellows work as reporters, photographers, multiplatform editors, designers, web producers, audience engagement editors, data journalists and videographers. This could expand to other emerging roles at the organization, including broadcast and social media content creator. Expectations for the work are set at a professional level.

The fellows work with full-time staff and tasks vary from one rotation in the newsroom to another. Fellows proactively collaborate with various editorial staff members and must be open to instruction on work processes, tools, standards and expectations for results as well as feedback on their work product.

Fellows are responsible to meet with an assigned mentor as part of the program requirement. They attend group and individual training sessions. Among these will be a thorough grounding in journalism ethics and relevant laws pertaining to libel and privacy. Fellows are responsible to apply elements of journalism gained from academic coursework, campus projects, industry internships and previous work experience.

Trainees are expected to be open and responsive to frequent performance evaluations and coaching from each assignment that will support successful completion of the training portion while in the one-year program.

A bachelor's degree is preferred. Previous professional experience is also valuable but not required. Fellows can have up to three years' experience in a professional newsroom or up to five years in media settings such as weeklies and community newspapers, websites, fellowships and freelance work.

Qualifications:

• Critical thinker and problem solver who is able to engage in thoughtful analysis of complex issues
• Ability to work cooperatively and adaptively in a team setting
• Skilled using computers, software systems and tools
• Excellent communication with peers, supervisors and the newsroom
• Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent journalism skills, combining strong news judgment, fluency in style and deep knowledge of taste and legal considerations
• Ability to navigate digital platforms and stay on top of current events
• Comfortable and skilled at engaging with readers on digital platforms
• Understanding of the importance of fairness, accuracy and precision
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of professionalism at all times
• An ethical and inclusive approach in the workplace that promotes collaboration
• Comfortable appearing on TV, radio and podcasts on behalf of the L.A. Times

This position is listed as Los Angeles Time Fellow in the Los Angeles Times Guild and will be based in El Segundo, Calif. Reporting and visual journalism fellows must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle in good working condition. Occasional night, weekend and holiday work is expected.

Qualified applicants should upload a resume and cover letter to Assistant Managing Editor Angel Jennings.

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Other details

• Job Family Los Angeles Times Super Co.
• Job Function Individual Contributor
• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $27.34
• Max Hiring Rate $27.34