Senior Reporter Jobs in Houston, TX

A Senior Reporter in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in researching, writing, and editing news stories or features. They often specialize in a particular field, such as politics, business, or sports. They are typically responsible for developing story ideas, conducting interviews, verifying information, and writing and editing articles in a compelling and accurate manner. Senior Reporters are also expected to maintain professionalism while dealing with sensitive or controversial issues and should possess excellent decision-making skills to determine the newsworthiness of events.

To become a Senior Reporter, an individual should have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Proficiency in using word processing and media editing software, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and an ability to work under tight deadlines, are necessary. Previous job roles that could lead to this position include Junior Reporter, News Writer, or Correspondent. Experience in investigative reporting and a sound understanding of media law and ethics are also advantageous for this role. Some employers may prefer candidates with a certification from a recognized journalism body.

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KPRC

Sports Multi-Media Journalist

  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago

At KPRC 2, the Graham Media Group-owned news and information hub in Houston, TX, we embrace innovation and creativity within our news team. We're looking for a dynamic Sports Multi-Media...

Reporter

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

KTRK-TV is looking for a collaborative, innovative, creative, hard-working and fiercely competitive reporter who loves to dig and enterprise stories for multiple platforms as a general assignment...

Senior Reporter - Natural Gas Liquids

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: As a Senior Reporter, you will collect and analyze trade information to assess a daily pricing index for the North American natural gas liquids physical spot markets....

Remote Work

Reporter - Americas Natural Gas

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 Reporter - Americas Natural Gas The Role: You are an experienced, scoop-driven business news journalist who loves serving readers with the...

Associate Price Reporter, Minerals & Fertilizer

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Role Associate Price Reporter, Minerals & Fertilizer The Team The Minerals & Fertilizer price reporting team is the worlds leading Price...

Reporter, KTRK

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

KTRK-TV is looking for a collaborative, innovative, creative, hard-working and fiercely competitive reporter who loves to dig and enterprise stories for multiple platforms as a general assignment...

Contract Copywriter (Junior-Level)

  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago

Contract Copywriter (Junior-Level)#25-73614 $30.07-$30.77 per hour Houston, TX All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Mortgage and Real Estate Services company, is looking for a Contract...

Marketwire Reporter (Energy Market Analyst)

  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago

For decades, DTN has been the silent force behind some of the world's most critical industrieshelping businesses navigate complexity, uncertainty, and risk with smarter, faster decisions. From...

Residential Housing Reporter - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago

Residential Housing Reporter - Houston, TX Job Description OVERVIEW CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and...

Hybrid Copywriter

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

Location: Remote with 2 days/week on-site in Houston, TX We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Junior Copywriter to join our creative team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone...

2025USH - Sr. Financial Writer

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

About us At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. As one of the world's largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies,...

Writer/Editor I (Division of Energy & Innovation)

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 days ago

Department: UH Energy Salary: 18.32-20.60 Description: Has overall responsibility for developing, writing and editing internal publications. Disseminates material about university research,...

2025USH - Sr. Financial Writer

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 days ago

About us At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. As one of the worlds largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we...

News Anchor/Reporter

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

Total Traffic + Weather Network Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here and iHeart is leading it!...

Writers Wanted

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Writers Wanted image 1 of 1 compensation: call to discuss WE REVIEW ALL WORKS!! Are you ready to bring your literary dreams to life? Our prestigious publishing firm is currently on the lookout for...

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Salary for Senior Reporter Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Senior Reporters in Houston, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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