
Trending News Reporter for Upstate New York
Advance Media New York, which produces content for syracuse.com, newyorkupstate.com and The Post-Standard, has an exciting opportunity for a Trending News Reporter to join our growing content team focused on Upstate New York.
We’re seeking someone who embraces emerging technology, thrives in a fast-paced environment and acts with urgency, accuracy and creativity. This role will cover a wide range of high-interest topics that matter to Upstate New Yorkers, including news, weather, travel and tourism, business and everyday issues.
The job will also include handling some clerical tasks such as new business listings, election posts and our police blotter.
This position is at the forefront of a new approach to journalism: Combining strong instincts with cutting-edge AI tools to produce timely, useful and engaging content at scale.
The ideal candidate is curious, adaptable and not afraid to use AI as a core part of their workflow.
You’ll produce a high volume of stories each day. You’ll work alongside a supportive group of reporters and editors who know Central New York and the broader Upstate New York region inside and out.
What You’ll Do
The base salary range is $45,000 to $55,000 per year.
What We’re Looking For
Work Environment & Schedule
Why Join Us?
You’ll gain hands-on experience with emerging AI tools while covering stories that directly impact communities across the region — from Syracuse to the Adirondacks to the Finger Lakes and beyond.
If you’re a fast, curious journalist who wants to experiment, innovate and grow in a rapidly evolving newsroom, we want to hear from you.

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