What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Reporter position at The Courier?
The Norwalk Reflector and Sandusky Register seeks a lead reporter for a full-time position based in our combined newsroom in Sandusky.
This position is a "player/coach," taking on assignments every day in addition to leading another full-time reporter, assigning and reviewing their news stories.
The right person for this job will have a passion for community journalism, watchdog journalism and storytelling and should be prepared to take charge of story planning for the Norwalk Reflector's Monday through Friday editions, as well as helping with our combined Sandusky/Norwalk Saturday Weekender edition.
This position reports to the Sandusky Register community editor, but their primary focus will be serving the Norwalk community and Huron County.
We are part of the Ogden Newspaper Group, with 13 daily newspapers in Ohio and many other properties across the country. Success in this position could lead to rapid growth in our company.
Sandusky is located along the shores of Lake Erie, halfway between Cleveland and Toledo — both within an hour's drive. The cost of living is excellent and there are great opportunities for good times when you're not at work.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sandusky, OH 44870