Senior Reporter

The award-winning Charleston City Paper, an alternative independent weekly, seeks a senior reporter to cover breaking stories as well as write news and features about local government. ANNUAL PAY RANGE: $40,000 to $52,000, based on experience.  NOTE: This is not an entry-level job.
Minimum requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to tell compelling stories about people, not institutions.
- Strong writing and reporting skills and excellent news judgment.
- Strong people skills, including the ability to give and take constructive criticism.
- Self-starter with ability to develop sources and interesting story ideas.
- Ability to take photographs, as needed. 
- Comfortable with technology, including Google apps and social media.
- At least three years of journalism experience at a professional level.
- Experience in meeting deadlines.