Minnesota Capitol Correspondent

*This position is located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

*Receive assignments and develop your own ideas into relevant, well-written news and enterprise stories through research, interviews, experience, meetings, events and reader engagement.

*Working independently to identify storytelling opportunities and planning coverage with news editors for a mix of daily and enterprise reporting suitable for multiple platforms.

*Organize materials, determine focus and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards for media websites, newspapers and social media.

*Covering the Minnesota Legislature, state government, business communities and a wide variety of trends/issues impacting greater Minnesota.

*Develop, nurture and maintain a network of sources with primary focus on Minnesota government issues and trends, particularly with an emphasis on impact to readers.

*Respond to breaking news and be able to write on deadline from breaking news events.

*Strong photography skills and willingness to produce video stories.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

*Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in journalism and experience in a professional newsroom.

*Strong organizational, time management and people skills are essential.

*Versatility and flexibility are essential. Ability to write with confidence on multiple topics.

*Ability to work on deadline, handle sensitive and emotional situations, balance competing demands, set priorities and juggle several issues at once.

*Digital skills, particularly ability to produce video, a plus.

*Accuracy and ability to write clean, crisp copy in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

*Must have a valid driver’s license with a driving record that is insurable by the company.

*Work hours may include nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.