Reporter

BridgeTower Media is seeking an experienced, digitally savvy Reporter who can work with a strong team to create quality journalism. This position is to cover the Arizona Governor's Office and executive branch. It requires a reporter who can develop sources to gain access to the governor, the governor's staff, and state agencies to provide in-depth, leading coverage.

What skills does the job require?

1-3 years of strong journalism experience
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Experience with government reporting
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Experience with public speaking
Ability to build strong relationships with key news sources.
Reliable home internet connection with minimum 50mbps up/10mbps down
Reliable transportation

What will you be Responsible for?

Report on and write news and feature stories for the Arizona Capitol Times and its sister publication, the Yellow Sheet Report.
Attend and cover political events.
Develop innovative ideas for writing political and state government news stories.
Stay updated with the latest political and state government news and events.
Research political and state government stories and prepare interview questions as required.
Discuss and develop ideas to write strong and in-depth stories to attract readers.
Research, write and submit stories within established deadlines.
Write political and state government stories in unique and interesting ways to increase readership.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What does BridgeTower Media offer?

A competitive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental plus robust supplementary options.
Company paid Life, AD&D Insurance & Short and Long-Term Disability coverages
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
24-hour TeleMedicine and TeleCounseling Services
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Program
Unlimited PTO
Sick Time
Summer Weekend Jumpstart Hours**
Over 10 holidays paid
Tuition Assistance Program
401K with a company match
Growth opportunities to build your career
Learning & Development programs