News Reporter

Northwest Graduates looking for hands on newspaper experience encouraged to apply. REPORTER FOR THE COLUMBIA GORGE NEWS. Journalism position based in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. You will be on a major contributor to the weekly newspaper including front page news! The news publication serves The Gorge area of Oregon and across the river in Washington. The Regional publication has offices in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon and in White Salmon, Washington. The newspaper publishes once weekly and posts on-line web and social media content regularly. This is a great opportunity to expand your journalism experience.

The entry-level position requires the ability to cover a variety of general news including government, state and city along with feature stories and specialty publications. The fast-paced writing-reporting position requires relocating to live anywhere in the Columbia Gorge News area of coverage. The job is in office with some work from home flexibility. The reporter will be focused on a variety of beats throughout the Gorge communities and will require reliable transportation. The candidate will be self-motivated, but team oriented with the desire to learn and write about a variety of people and topics. The ability to be organized and meet deadlines is a must. College Journalism or related writing experience a must. AP writing style and technology skills a plus, along with an eye and talent for photography. Job starts at $31K per year for entry level. PTO/Sick/Flex time with remote and office work hours. Health insurance not currently available. Send resume, references and at least 3 samples of work to: Chelseam@gorgenews.com. P.O. Box 390, Hood River, OR. 97031. www.Columbiagorgenews.com