What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Reporter position at Lynden Tribune?
News Reporter
Lewis Publishing Company, publisher of the award-winning community newspapers Lynden Tribune and Ferndale Record, has an immediate opening for a full-time news reporter. The successful applicant will be responsible for covering community news and features in north Whatcom County. You will be responsible for meeting coverage, human interest, recreation, investigative/explorative pieces, and more.
Applicant will work closely with the editor and other staff members in a deadline-driven environment for both print editions and our websites. The ideal candidate will be curious in nature, work with a sense of urgency, bring a good command of English and AP style, a journalism degree, a willingness to immerse into civic, cultural, business, education, and agriculture. Applicant must be familiar with photography, InDesign and social media. You will have plenty to do in your 40-hour week. You also will have the opportunity to become a well-versed, skilled journalist capable of advancing your career in most any direction.
Lewis Publishing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K Profit Sharing Plan.
If you are interested in joining our team please email/send your cover letter, resume (with at least two references) and a variety of published clips & photos (3-5) to: Publisher Michael Lewis at P.O. Box 153, Lynden, WA, 98264.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Journalism: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36,000 - $40,000