Reporter

MLive seeks a news reporter as part of a dynamic team covering the Bay City community. MLive is an award-winning, highly innovative, digital news organization where experimentation and flexibility are a must. We are leaders in digital news, yet our core mission is top-tier journalism. This role will be a hybrid of breaking news reporting and enterprise work.

Here's Why You’ll Want To Work With Us

We are the state’s largest media organization with newspapers in eight of Michigan’s largest cities, including Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Flint. We routinely score No. 1 in national audience metrics, guaranteeing that our work reaches millions of readers and has maximum impact.
Our mission is journalism that makes a difference in the lives of Michiganders. “We comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable.”
Our team of journalists are among the best in the state, including a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and a Michigan journalist of the Year. We routinely win top prizes in investigative journalism, public service and enterprise reporting.
We are committed to professional development, and you’ll have the opportunity to work with talented editors who will help you grow and fine-tune your skills.

What We’ll Expect From You

Ability to identify and develop important stories that resonate with everyday residents.
Familiarity or willingness to learn new tools and software, including our content management system for publishing stories and photographs.
Ability to tell stories in smart and engaging ways and a willingness to experiment in different storytelling forms.
Degree in journalism, communications or a related field
Two years or more of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing.
Ability to work independently and remotely.
This job requires reliable transportation to meet with sources or cover events.