News Reporter

A digital-minded reporter writes for online and print publications with several deadlines throughout the day. As a reporter, you discover innovative ways to deliver quality and engaging content, collaborate with a diverse team and build authentic relationships with the community. The position demands strong writing and reporting skills and good news judgment. A reporter needs to be able to self-assign, re-prioritize in real time and keep digital production first. Reporters must strive to present an accurate, well-balanced explanation of the stories they cover, build an arsenal of contacts and make themselves known in the community for both breaking news items and more in-depth, enterprise stories. The reporter submits stories daily and enriches stories with multimedia assets. A reporter creates content to attract digital subscribers and to optimize content for digital audiences across web and social media platforms. A reporter is also responsible for finding news leads and further developing professional skills through company training. Extensive knowledge of AP style writing is necessary in addition to trending style changes. Time management and basic knowledge of photography are a plus to the success of the position. A reporter should have knowledge of social media platforms and ongoing events in addition to working in content management systems. Training available. Staff meetings and communication for content planning purposes will occur. Candidates interested in the reporter position should submit a cover letter, resume and samples of written work and photography.