Things to Do Reporter

The Statesman Journal/ statesmanjournal.com , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, located in Salem, Oregon, has an opening for a Things to Do reporter. This reporter will be as much a news reporter as a features reporter, with a beat that goes beyond events to also cover retail businesses, entertainment, activities and the people behind them. We’re looking for a reporter who is equally comfortable breaking the news about a new salon opening, creating a roundup of the 10 best things to do with the kids during spring break, writing an in-depth profile of the entrepreneur behind the trendy new Saturday market booth and uncovering the best yoga classes in town. Your stories should assure our readers know what’s coming before everyone else does and inspire them to check out new places and activities, but you also understand that there are times you must ask tough questions, make public records requests and hold people accountable. You also work had to make sure you’re representing all of our diverse communities in your coverage. (This beat will not include coverage of local restaurants, wineries or outdoor recreation but will complement the coverage of reporters who cover these). Located in the Willamette Valley, Salem sits about an hour from the beautiful, rugged Oregon Coast. To the east are the Cascade Range mountains. Head north on Interstate 5 to reach Portland. There is a thriving outdoors community of hikers and cyclists.