News Reporter Job at Lotus Media Group, Llc in Roseburg

The News-ReviewJob title : ReporterDepartment : EditorialThe reporter will cover a variety of stories. The ideal reporter will have excellent grammar and English skills, a knowledge of AP Style and be familiar with social media and photography.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGather stories and prepare text about people, issues, places and events.Present stories in an interesting, accurate and fair manner for publication in the newspaper and online.Be alert and vigilant for story leads.Interview in a friendly and professional manner.Maintain journalistic code of ethics and adhere to company code of ethics.Attend scheduled meetings and events.Be a self-starter and show initiative for most story assignments, requiring minimum guidance from news editor.Submit clean copy by AP Style standards that requires minimal editing.Carry camera to capture events.Provide customer service to internal and external customers.Prioritize “news first” and post breaking news items as soon as possible on the website.Minimum of 8 bylined stories each week with multiple sources, including at least one story for each section front. (Military Life Tuesday, Healthy Wednesday, A&E Thursday, Family Friday, Education Sunday, Business Sunday, Outdoors Sunday).For part-timers : Minimum of 3 bylined stories each week.Average of one every other month : major in-depth reporting package.Clear communication with photographer / visual team, and art to go along with each story. Reporters are expected to attach art if it is contributed and double-check the cutlines from photographers.Communication with news editor when story is completed.Meet regular and recurring deadlines (4 p.m. day before or within two hours of event / meeting conclusion).Be on the scene.Collaborate with newsroom staff.Benefits : Medical and dental insurance401kYMCA membershipTo apply in person : The News-Review 345 NE Winchester St. Roseburg, OR.Lotus Media Group is an equal opportunity employer.recblid fzwkbfpx5gu1i654cd89hyxrmofwq9