Reporter

Castanet News has openings for three reporters in the B.C. Interior.

We are seeking journalists to help launch additional bureaus and expand our network in the communities of Salmon Arm, Merritt and Osoyoos.

Successful applicants will reside in or near these communities and produce local news that resonates with residents and the broader region. You will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently, while at the same time, in close coordination with a larger team.

Previous experience with video editing software is an asset, but training can also be provided. The successful applicant will be excited about covering a variety of topics: city council, courts, community groups and breaking news.

Castanet News has a weekly audience of over 600,000 unique visitors a week and more than 11 million page views. At a time when most media outlets are shrinking, we are growing.

Qualifications

Ability to produce multiple tightly written, informative stories a day
Comfortable reporting in multiple formats
Connected to the community with a knowledge of current issues and a network of contacts in the B.C. Interior
Must be social media and computer savvy
Valid driver's licence and vehicle
Availability to work when news happens, both in the office and remotely with a team of journalists throughout the B.C. Interior.