Health Reporter

The Indianapolis Star/IndyStar.com has an immediate opening for a health reporter.
This beat will focus on trending health and wellness topics, such as flu and COVID, as well as politically sensitive issues such as abortion and transgender care. It will require sharp news judgment and the ability to quickly turn stories that will resonate with our readers and grow our audience. It will also provide the opportunity to write revelatory enterprise on some of the most divisive issues of our time.

The ideal candidate will be skilled at source development, database reporting and the use of public records. They should demonstrate a strong understanding of audience metrics, social media and search engine optimization.
We also look for journalists who have intellectual curiosity, a sense of justice/purpose, passion and compassion.

Other requirements:
• 1 year of experience in journalism. This can include internships and student newspaper work.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of AP style.
• Planning, organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivation and self-direction.
• Collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends and nights.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.