ExpressReporter,WesternCanada

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. The Express Desk of The New York Times has an opening for a full-time general assignment reporter in Western Canada who can deliver on major breaking news stories, as well as trending stories and features that will delight readers. This sprawling, dynamic region is fertile ground for a reporter with wide-ranging curiosity and a high news metabolism. This position will be based in or around Vancouver or Calgary, putting the reporter in position to explore regional topics including politics, affordability, homelessness and extreme weather, as well as stories that appeal to a broad Canadian and U. S. audience. They will also contribute to our growing coverage of Canada as a whole, including stories that illuminate daily life and explore its relations with the United States. They will work night or weekend shifts as news demands, with the expectation of developing, reporting and writing multiple stories per week or otherwise contributing to major reporting efforts across the newsroom, including live coverage. This role will suit someone who has a deep knowledge of Calgary or Vancouver, can build relationships across departments and time zones and is a nimble self-starter who can tackle many topics. Main Responsibilities: Report on major breaking news stories and collaborate with colleagues in different departments and time zones to ensure seamless coverage Follow events and trends to identify news and feature stories and broader areas worthy of covera