What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reporter position at Watonwan County Jobs?
CherryRoad Media is seeking a Full or Part time Newspaper Reporter for :
Sleepy Eye Herald-Dispatch, MN & St. James Plaindealer, MN
Successful candidates will do work for two printed editions each week, as well as daily online content / social media upkeep.
Candidates must be located in the Sleepy Eye and / or St. James area within a reasonable distance to adequately cover local events.
A reporter will gather community news, including local sports, that is relevant and addresses community needs and interest.
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK :
- Obtain relevant information through interviews, observations, attending events, and researching documents.
- Write accurate, fair, timely, information-packed and colorful stories. Know and use proper grammar, spelling and newspaper style.
- Select stories that reflect reader interest, both geographically and demographically, and reflect the diversity of the community.
- Use multimedia to tell stories through web updates, photography, blogging, etc.
- Develop community contacts, sources and other knowledge of the community and its interests.
- Edit, post / update content to the website and handle social media updates / management.
- Generate story ideas.
- Collaborate with reporter and editor colleagues in the region to set priorities based on news and opportunities to grow audience.
- Shoot still photos and videos. Edit video for publication
- Any other projects or assignments outlined by the editorial supervisor and / or publisher.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
At CherryRoad you can expect a refreshing and personal culture that encourages idea sharing and collaboration. Here your knowledge, abilities and work experience count.
At CherryRoad Media...opportunity becomes achievement.
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