The People’s Defender is an American newspaper based in and covering West Union and Adams County, Ohio.

Our goal of giving readers a balanced and fair account of what goes on in this community and elsewhere in the world will never change, while the means through which we deliver your community news and information has expanded rapidly. Today, our community members can read their news in print , online or by using their mobile devices anytime.

The Defender is seeking a part-time, multi-skilled content writer to cover a variety of news within the community. This person will need to be versatile to tackle other areas, to include local politics, breaking news, community events and features.

Job Description:

We are looking for someone with a passion for journalism and community news who is ready to showcase the community through their writing. This position is ideal for someone who is ready to meet new people and share their stories through feature pieces while covering events that are important to our readers.

Responsibilities:

· Exceptional reporting and writing skills

· Ability to source and generate impactful enterprise leads, and create impactful content relying on critical relationships

· Be tenacious in their ability to uncover stories through investigation and research

· Ability to report, write, capture visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline

· Active use of social media for promotion and news gathering

· Demonstrate a strong commitment to the community

Skills:

· Social media and photography sills are a plus for this position.

· A journalism degree is preferred, but not required.

· Fluency in AP Style

Salary: Starting at $12.00/ hour

Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, flexible schedule, health savings account

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 29 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Journalism: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• West Union, OH 45693 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Union, OH 45693: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person