About the role
This position requires a presence in Dallas or DFW metro area
About the Job:
The Real Deal is looking for a reporter to join a rapidly growing media company focused on real estate journalism and headquartered in New York City. The reporter would be responsible for writing several original web stories per week and produce in-depth features for the website and our monthly magazine.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and personalities and a keen desire to learn how the industry intersects with politics, finance, law, entertainment and other areas of the business world. The ability to break news is a must, as is the ability to cultivate sources, pitch story ideas and write clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
Contribute three to six original articles per week to The Real Deal’s regular coverage of the real estate industry, typically focused on one of our markets (New York City, South Florida, Chicago, Texas, Los Angeles and San Francisco), but also occasionally on topics of national interest
In most months, contribute a longer story (1,000 to 2,000 words) to The Real Deal’s monthly, national print magazine
Occasionally contribute or collaborate on special reporting projects, typically investigative work or deeply researched features
Job Requirements:
Demonstrated writing, interviewing and reporting skills; ability to produce clean, well-organized and accurate copy on deadline, ranging from breaking news to long-form features and investigations
Ability to write with voice and authority
Capacity to develop expertise and a robust array of sources in one or more of TRD’s coverage areas, such as residential brokerage and home sales, commercial real estate (office, retail, industrial, development), politics and policy, and technology
Ability to obtain and analyze information from databases, property records, financial reports, social media and other sources to identify and enhance stories about the real estate industry
Understanding of and adherence to journalistic standards, ethics and protocol
Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple assignments
Team player; willingness to collaborate with colleagues; familiarity with newsroom culture
Business writing experience is preferred
Ability to do on-camera interviews, host TRD videos and moderate live events is a plus
Aplyr's read
The Real Deal is a niche media powerhouse for real estate professionals, attracting talent passionate about in-depth industry analysis and market trends.
What's promising
- •Strong reputation in real estate journalism with a focus on in-depth industry analysis.
- •Expanding coverage beyond NYC to major markets like Miami, LA, and Dallas.
- •Hiring diverse roles, indicating growth and investment in digital and editorial capabilities.
What to watch
- •Media industry volatility could impact job security and growth opportunities.
- •Niche focus may limit career advancement for those seeking broader media experience.
- •Heavy reliance on real estate advertising might pose revenue risks during market downturns.
Why The Real Deal
- •Specializes in real estate, offering unparalleled industry insights and networking opportunities.
- •Expanding geographical coverage provides employees with exposure to diverse real estate markets.
- •Combines traditional journalism with digital innovation, appealing to tech-savvy media professionals.
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About The Real Deal
The Real Deal is a leading source of news and analysis on the real estate industry, focusing on the commercial and residential markets in New York City and beyond.
