The Crime Desk is the home of the Daily Mail’s unrivalled true-crime exclusives, expert analysis, and coverage of the biggest criminal cases in the world.
The desk brings together deep reporting, cold cases, major trials, breaking crime news, audio, video, and digital storytelling in one powerful destination.
We are looking for an experienced multimedia journalist with a passion for crime, courts, and investigative reporting to join our growing team in New York.
The successful candidate will be an accomplished reporter and storyteller, capable of producing compelling, high-quality features, moving quickly on breaking news, covering major criminal trials, and delivering agenda-setting exclusives and scoops.
The role requires a strong understanding of crime and the U.S. legal system, excellent reporting and writing skills, and the ability to work across multiple platforms. This includes appearing on camera for Daily Mail’s social channels, contributing to video projects, and participating in or hosting podcast recordings.
The role will also involve editing, producing, and helping shape content for the global Crime Desk newsletter, ensuring it delivers exclusive reporting, sharp analysis, and must-read storytelling.
The successful candidate will also help oversee the Crime Desk when the U.S. Crime Editor is away, including assigning stories, helping manage the desk’s daily output, and managing the newsletter.
The role is primarily office-based, and the successful candidate will be expected to work from the New York newsroom five days a week.