Proven track record in scoop-based reporting in business, technology, or politics
Strong source cultivation skills and ability to develop a dedicated beat
Knowledge of major tech and finance developments in the last three years
Bachelor's degree required
Must be able to work from The Information's San Francisco office.
Responsibilities
Break news on venture capital deals, fund performance, and leadership changes
Write in-depth profiles of key investors, startup founders, and trends
Thoroughly research the sector to generate authoritative story ideas
Contribute to various editorial projects like the Next GP list and TI 50
Build and maintain relationships with trusted sources
Collaborate with colleagues across three newsrooms
Benefits
Comprehensive company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Medical benefits include fertility care and zero copays for mental health visits
Paid parental leave for new parents
Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
401(k) with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Fitness and wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Company-sponsored office lunches every Monday
Commuter benefits
Inclusive and supportive work environment with zero tolerance for harassment
Full Job Description
About the role
The Information is seeking a reporter to break news and write deeply reported features on venture capital and startups. The reporter will scoop hot startup funding rounds as well as report on the startups' financials. They'll keep the pulse on how the most influential VC firms are doing-including by profiling their leaders and breaking news on their returns. They'll want to write features that spotlight emerging trends, from perks investors are offering to win deals to the ways venture firms' limited partners are exerting their influence.
We also want to elevate the reach and stature of our reporters. The reporter will co-write our award-winning Dealmaker franchise and will have the opportunity to moderate at our conferences and appear on our new streaming video show.
This reporter will join a team of collegial reporters who share tips and collaborate without some of the typical bureaucracy that characterizes big newsrooms. Strong reporting is the driving pulse of this newsroom, fostered by editors and senior reporters who actively coach reporters on how to advance their reporting and writing.
What you'll do
Break news about VC deals, including funds, performance, and leadership changes
Write in-depth profiles of the most important investors, startup founders and trends
Immerse oneself in the topic to write with authority and generate story ideas
Contribute to editorial products such as Next GP list, TI 50 and org charts
Keep and cultivate relationships with trusted sources
Work with colleagues out of our three newsrooms
Qualifications
At least two years of business reporting experience
A track record of scoop-based reporting in business, technology or politics
Ability to cultivate sources and develop a beat
Familiarity with major developments in tech and finance over the last three years
Bachelor's degree
The ability to work out of The Information's San Francisco office.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including:
Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents
Medical coverage that includes fertility care and $0 copays for in-office mental health visits with in-network providers
Paid parental leave to support and empower new parents
Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Fitness and wellness stipend to encourage a healthy lifestyle
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Company-sponsored lunches in the office every Monday
Commuter benefits
A supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment
This is a hybrid role with office attendance required 3 days/week.
The salary range posted is based on the company's good faith belief at the time of the posting. Actual compensation may vary above or below this range based on factors such as location, work experience, and skill level.
