Real Estate & Development Reporter; UNION

The Real Estate & Development Reporter(UNION)

Sarasota, FL, United States

This Reporter will cover a wide and fast‑moving range of topics, including:

• Real estate trends and major listings, routinely reaching $10M or more in Sarasota‑Manatee
• Major development proposals, including those in the Lakewood Ranch master‑planned community
• Business openings and closings, with a focus on grocery stores, retail and resorts
• Tourism impact stories and major attractions, including Siesta Beach
• High‑interest, trending topics such as Veterans Day meal programs and local billionaire lists

This reporter will be responsible for quickly identifying and executing timely, high‑interest news, focusing on development, real‑estate and growth stories that consistently drive strong pageview performance. The role is expected to be first in market on major breaking news whenever possible and to produce a steady mix of fast‑turn and enterprise stories that capture audience demand.

The position will also support ReNewsing Florida state initiatives and contribute to Connect team coverage, ensuring strong collaboration across the network.

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