Position: Researcher / Assistant Correspondent (Full-Time)

General Description: The Mainichi Newspapers Los Angeles Bureau seeks a full time Researcher / Assistant Correspondent. The Mainichi Newspapers is a major daily Japanese newspaper printed in Japan with around 3 million readers. It is the oldest national daily newspaper in Japan founded in 1872. Our corporate information can be found at https://mainichi.jp

Responsibilities:  Coordinating with Japanese news correspondents in gathering news and developing articles.  General proofreading.  Researching and gathering news, conducting interviews, developing and maintaining news sources, covering press conferences and other events ( such as sporting events, award ceremonies, criminal trials, etc.) in English and Japanese.  Administrative duties are included.  No byline opportunities.

Job Requirements:  Must have a keen interest and understanding of U.S. current events, and journalism.  Must be a native English speaker who is proficient at speaking and writing English effectively.  Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, detail oriented, and research savvy.  Must be highly motivated in journalism and pitch ideas/stories to report on.  Ability to analyze news stories to see what is interesting and newsworthy.  Persistent in achieving goals and objectives under deadlines.  Must be available to work on weekends and/or irregular hours when needed.  Must have B.A. minimum and reliable transportation. Research experience is crucial.

Preferred Skills:  Japanese-speaking applicants and/or those familiar with Japanese culture and media.  Excellent English-Japanese translation skills.

Please email resume and a cover letter (as an attachment) to maini…@mainichi.com. With “Attn: Los Angeles Bureau Chief”  Location: Brentwood in Los Angeles, CA 

Compensation: Salary and paid overtime, paid vacation and sick-time.  You must be able to work in the United States legally. We do not sponsor visas.  One month probation period.

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