General Assignment Reporter
In Short: The award-winning Idaho Mountain Express twice-weekly newspaper has an opening for a reporter interested in covering city government and other subjects in Ketchum/Sun Valley, Idaho where good journalism is alive and well. It's a great job for a strong journalist who wants to live, work and recreate in a beautiful mountain valley. Pay starts at $24/hour or $50,000 annually plus great benefits. This is negotiable DOE. Housing is scarce and expensive in the area but the newspaper offers a two-bedroom condo in Hailey, ID (10 miles down valley) at $1,900. a month, roommates allowed. Details are below. We want to hire soon. To apply send your resume, three work samples and references to publisher@mtexpress.com and gfoley@mtexpress.com.
The Details: The Idaho Mountain Express, the state’s largest non-daily newspaper, is seeking a general assignment news reporter. This is a great community-journalism job in the beautiful resort community of Sun Valley, Idaho, one of the most beautiful places in the nation. If you're a strong self-starter serious about good journalism and like the idea of living in a great area where people can hike, bike or ski on a morning off and can experience a world-class performance in the evening, then you may be a good match for this job.
The Express—recognized by the National Newspaper Association as one of the top large, non-daily newspapers in the country—has a strong tradition of providing award-winning news, sports and arts coverage. The twice-weekly newspaper has been honored numerous times by the Idaho Press Club as the best non-daily in the state.
Successful candidates should have a college degree and at least one year of reporting experience, preferably in city or county government coverage. However, new college grads with solid backgrounds looking for an entry-level position may also apply. Experience in photography and using digital media platforms is helpful. The 40-hour-a-week role demands a variety of journalism skills, from reporting on government affairs and crime to researching and composing features on people, arts and events. Candidates must have strong news instincts, the inclination to dig for information, an ability to write clean, accurate copy, and a solid understanding of AP style. The position also requires strong organizational skills and efficiency while working on tight deadlines. Hybrid office/remote, but must attend company meetings and cover public meetings in person.
The job comes with daily challenges that offer the right candidate an opportunity to excel under pressure. Benefits include employer-paid health. dental and vision insurance, paid sick leave, 3% retirement match, 14 days paid vacation within the first year of employment, seven paid holidays and access to company ski pass.
The Idaho Mountain Express is situated in Ketchum, one mile from the world-class Sun Valley Resort, in the heart of Idaho's Rocky Mountains. The area has a thriving cultural scene and superlative outdoor recreation opportunities—including downhill and Nordic skiing in the winter, and excellent hiking and mountain biking in the summer—spanning vast expanses of easily accessible Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management areas. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established publishing company situated in one of the country's most pristine recreation paradises.
Obtaining local housing may be challenging right now, but the newspaper can arrange rental housing for the successful candidate.
Send a resume, three work samples and references to jobs@mtexpress.com, publisher@mtexpress.com and gbarnard@mtexpress.com. No phone calls, please.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $50,000 per year, Negotiable DOE
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability: rare, but sometimes needed
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Local office and remote