Journalist

The role of the general reporter is to report local news content through print in the Gorey Guardian and digital through independent.ie. The general reporter will report directly to the editor, work closely with colleagues as part of a team, and will represent the Gorey Guardian and Mediahuis to a very high standard.

Role Responsibilities (Overview)

Reporting as per markings from the editor, focusing mainly on the Gorey area
Local interviews and feature-writing to a high standard
Report at council meetings as per rota and provide a high standard of copy
Represent People Newspapers at various local events, festivals, community groups etc.
Work closely with local photographers
Edit the content to a very high standard ensuring that all material published meets the legal and quality standards set out
Work closely with the editor in developing new ideas

Experience & Qualifications (Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge)

Must have high level of proficiency with P-Series Atex system (following familiarization and training)
Must have a strong understanding of the Digital & Print Media content

Skills

Demonstrate an appetite to increase market-share and develop the Gorey Guardian and Independent.ie brands as the leaders in news coverage
Excellent communication skills required
Excellent writing and editing abilities
Ability to work on own initiative
Good computer skills
Can work under pressure in a performance driven environment
Tenacity with a ‘can do’ attitude
Must exhibit learning agility and adaptability
Detail orientated
Ability to make decisions in line with company policy on own initiative
Strong collaboration and cross functional working together