Staff Writer

Are you an energetic, curious and enterprising local journalist? We are seeking someone who cares about community news and wants to focus on local and regional issues important to the people who live in Farmington and surrounding towns in Franklin County.

In this role, you will be responsible for reporting, writing and photographing news and feature stories for The Franklin Journal and sunjournal.com, working with other Maine Trust for Local News journalists to generate stories and other content of interest to readers. Responsibilities include:

Develop a strong network of sources in multiple communities

Be aware of local events, news and trends relevant to our readers

Assist with start-up weekly newsletter product focused on interesting people, places and happenings

Provide help to proof pages as needed

Qualifications:

High energy and enthusiasm for the mission of the Maine Trust for Local News

Able to file content quickly to prioritize digital publication

Attentive to details, including grammar, spelling, Associated Press style

Demonstrate good organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively and work with people respectfully

Reliable, dependable and able to maintain regular and punctual attendance

Be proactive and able to take initiative to solve problems and anticipate needs.

Have reliable transportation and clean driving record

This is an in-office position with limited remote work.

Send your resume and five examples of your best work to Editor, Anne Sheehan at asheehan@metln,org

We offer:

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