About This Role
This full-time role involves researching, writing, and editing news, sports, and feature content for both print and digital publications. The reporter will cover assigned events, develop community relationships, and produce engaging content while also capturing and editing photographs and video.
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and edit news, sports, and feature content for print and digital publications
- Cover assigned news, sports, community, and special events
- Develop and maintain relationships with sources, community contacts, and local organizations
- Conduct interviews and gather accurate information for news and feature stories
- Produce accurate, timely, and engaging content in accordance with AP style and company standards
- Capture and edit photographs and video to support news, sports, and feature coverage
- Write accurate captions and identify individuals, locations, and events represented in photographs
- Monitor community events, local issues, and ongoing developments to identify story opportunities
- Meet established deadlines while managing multiple assignments and priorities
- Assist with the production of special sections, magazines, and other editorial projects as assigned
- Represent the company professionally within the communities served
- Adhere to company policies, journalistic standards, and ethical guidelines
- Assist with newspaper distribution, insert delivery, and other publication support activities as needed
- Maintain a commitment to internal and external customer service
- Participate in the Great Game of Business and support company initiatives
- Adhere to all company safety standards, including general workplace safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Strong writing, editing, interviewing, and proofreading skills
- Working knowledge of AP style
- Experience with photography and digital image management
- Ability to gather information, verify facts, and produce accurate content under deadline pressure
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Proficiency with computers, content management systems, and standard business software applications
- Demonstrated alignment with company core values and ESOP culture
- Valid driver's license and adhere to company driving eligibility requirements, including proof of auto insurance
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