Reporter

Do you have a strong attention to detail, a journalist’s sense of editorial integrity, and a connection to mid-Coast Maine?

The Times Record Reporter creates stories about events, trends, people and matters of public concern using various research methods and interviews, assists in the development of other content that would be of interest to our readers, and works with depth, balance, accuracy and speed and an eye toward informing, enlightening and entertaining.

Responsibilities

Reports and writes in a variety of styles as assigned, including, but not limited to news stories, features, narratives, first-person accounts, columns, briefs, captions and text within graphics and other visual presentations.

Generates ideas for stories and other content of interest to readers.

File stories quickly so they can be posted on the web immediately when appropriate and continue to file updates on developing news.

Covers beat or assigned area with an emphasis toward watchdog reporting opportunities on how powerful forces impact the lives of our readers.

Contributes ideas and information for photos, video and other content that enhances text.

Is aware of local events relevant to our readers.

Demonstrates good organization and time management.

Completes work as prioritized to meet deadlines.

Takes photographs and writes compelling captions for photos. Operate still or video cameras or related equipment effectively.

Ideal candidates have experience in journalism and a strong passion for Maine. You will live in and/or have a connection to the mid-coast community. The Times Record serves Brunswick, Bath, Topsham, Freeport, Wiscasset, Phippsburg, Harpswell and the Island communities of Midcoast Maine.

This position is hybrid, with access to any Maine Trust office location. Meetings may be held at the Maine Trust South Portland HQ located at 295 Gannett Drive.

Send your resume and five examples of your best work to Managing Editor, Nick McCrea at nmccrea@timesrecord.com

We offer:

Health, dental and vision insurance
Short/long-term disability and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401k with company match