General Assignment Reporter

The Missourian, an award-winning twice-a-week community newspaper, is seeking a general assignment reporter to fill a vacant news reporter position in the newsroom. Looking for a strong journalist to write compelling and creative stories that engage our readers. Primary duties include covering several hard beats including courts and crime as well as contributing to coverage of community events. If you are passionate about community journalism, this is an excellent opportunity 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 field. 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. Send resume and clips to bmillerjr@emissourian.com.