What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Reporter position at The Commercial Dispatch?
The Commercial Dispatch is seeking a journalist to join its award-winning newsroom. The Dispatch, a family-owned digital and print company, has a long history of producing impactful journalism. While other papers are pulling back, we are seeking to push forward.
While the current opening is for a general assignment reporter, we want to learn more about the type of coverage that appeals to you in the hopes that we can tailor a beat based on both the needs of our readers and your interests.
The right candidate values the impact a committed newspaper can have on the community it serves and understands the important role local reporting plays in that effort.
We’re seeking journalists who value local news reporting and aren't afraid to ask the hard questions. We need someone adept at meeting coverage but also able to sniff out the stories behind the meetings. Time management, high productivity, good news judgment and unflagging persistence are essential attributes.
We are looking for someone with newsroom experience or a degree in journalism. Photography skills are a plus.
All members of our newsroom have the ability to – and are encouraged to – pursue projects of personal interest. These can be features, investigative pieces, data-driven pieces, photo essays or even profiles of local personalities. Compelling stories take many forms, and we are open minded.
If The Dispatch sounds like a good fit for you, email cover letter, resume and writing samples to publisher Peter Imes at pimes@cdispatch.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Experience:
- Journalism: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000 - $35,000