What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Reporter position at The Connecticut Examiner?
The Connecticut Examiner is hiring a general assignment reporter to join our fast-growing online newspaper as it adds staff in southeast Connecticut. The ideal candidate has at least five years of work experience in a news environment.
Duties will balance in-depth reporting at the local level in southeast Connecticut, with substantial opportunities for professional growth. No breaking news. Experience editing a plus.
You will be expected to complete on average 4 stories each week.
Maturity, self-motivation and the ability to work independently are essential.
It is expected that you will live in or near to your coverage area.
Workplace and Compensation
The Connecticut Examiner values a healthy and collaborative work environment, with flexible hours, competitive salaries and excellent benefits and quality medical insurance.
About Us
The Connecticut Examiner is an award-winning online newspaper dedicated to providing in-depth, nonpartisan journalism to a readership topping 230,000 and a strong following in Washington, D.C., New York and Hartford.
Contact
Please send a resume, cover letter and writing samples in PDF format to editor@ctexaminer.com, subject line: staff reporter