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Reporter, VC

Theinformation-jobs · San Francisco, CA

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Interview prep

Be ready to discuss VC-beat clips, how you verify fundraise and valuation claims, and how you balance speed with accuracy. Prepare a short SF-market story pitch and examples of cultivating confidential sources ethically.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you are an on-site San Francisco business or tech reporter comfortable with venture capital, tight deadlines, and relationship-driven reporting. Less ideal if you need remote work or lack interest in startups and investors.

Day in the role

As a Reporter, VC, a typical day centers on sourcing venture deals, fundraises, and founder/investor stories; pitching and filing clean copy under deadline; and working sources across SF’s startup and investor networks. Expect interview calls, document checks, and quick turnarounds when news breaks.

Skills to emphasize

Strengthen beat reporting on startups and venture capital, source development, and accurate, fast writing. No certification path is specified in the provided data; prioritize portfolio clips and domain fluency over formal credentials.

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing indicates an on-site role in San Francisco, CA (remote flag is off).

What does “Reporter, VC” usually cover?

Venture funding, funds and partners, startup milestones, and related market context—subject to the employer’s beat assignment.

Where do I apply?

Applications are routed through the Rippling ATS host associated with this listing; use the official job link rather than informal channels.

Company facts (cached)

Website: ats.rippling.com

Public cache only — not an employee review.

Role overview (listing rewrite)

Theinformation-jobs invites applications for a full-time Reporter, VC role based in San Francisco, CA. This position suits journalists who want to produce rigorous, source-driven coverage of venture capital activity from the heart of the Bay Area’s investment community. About the Role As the Reporter, VC at Theinformation-jobs you will track capital flows, investor behavior, and the companies shaping tomorrow’s markets while working full-time from San Francisco, CA. The role calls for curiosity about deal structures, founder stories, and macro trends that move valuations. You will translate complex funding news into clear, authoritative pieces that serve readers who make or advise investment decisions, all while upholding high standards of accuracy and ethical reporting. Core Duties Research and write original stories on venture rounds, fund launches, exits, and portfolio performance Interview general partners, founders, limited partners, and other market participants for exclusive insights Monitor daily deal announcements and longer-term industry shifts to surface timely angles Verify figures, claims, and sources before publication and meet consistent production deadlines Cultivate a reliable network of contacts across the San Francisco tech and venture ecosystem Coordinate with editors on coverage plans and emerging story priorities that reflect local and national VC currents Qualifications Hands-on experience as a reporter, preferably with clips on business, technology, startups, or markets Clear, concise writing and interview technique that can turn dense financial information into readable digital journalism Working familiarity with venture capital terminology, major firms, and how the San Francisco, CA ecosystem operates Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments under deadline pressure Strong judgment around news value, fairness, and source protection Self-directed work style combined with collaborative habits suited to a newsroom setting More About Theinformation-jobs Theinformation-jobs is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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