Feature Writer

The Missourian, an award-winning twice-a-week community newspaper, is seeking a Feature Writer/Editor to write compelling and creative in-depth feature stories that engage our readers. Looking for someone to give voice and meaning to the people and subjects we cover each and every week. If you are passionate about community journalism, this is an excellent opportunity for the right person located in Washington, Missouri, about 50 miles west of St. Louis in the heart of Missouri wine country. Washington is a gem of a community and a great place to live, raise a family and work. The job requires strong reporting and writing skills and fluency in digital and social media along with competency in photography. Looking for someone with experience who can jump in and contribute on the first day. The Missourian is a 9,000 paid circulation paper with a team-oriented staff. Our newspaper won the Gold Cup in the Missouri Press Association Better Newspaper Contest the last two years and has a national reputation in the community journalism space. We are family-owned and operated and care and are invested in the communities we serve. We offer good pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) plan and profit sharing.