Public safety and government watchdog reporter
 Gannett | |
 United States, Ohio, New Philadelphia | |
 Nov 05, 2024 | |
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The The position will focus on public safety and court issues affecting the Times-Reporter's most vulnerable residents as well as accountability in local government in the Dover and New Philadelphia, Ohio, areas. We are a digital-first newsroom, with reporters working with editors to shape the best way to tell individual stories, from text to audio to video to Q&A or other alternative formats. The reporter will be expected to create both quick-turn breaking and trending news content as well as regular watchdog enterprise work, including solutions reporting based on issues and concerns from community members and neighborhoods. We value top-flight journalism that connects with and engages readers. And we'll give you the time and coaching to deliver high-impact stories our digital readers crave. Through the USA TODAY Network, we benefit from industry experts, sophisticated tools and training. Responsibilities: • Creates storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms through the use of metrics. • Works toward becoming the community's leading voice in area of expertise. • Connects with the community through storytelling. • Works with local editors and digital partners to evaluate what's working and what's not and develops ongoing plans to better satisfy audience needs. • Captures basic photos and video as needed. • Promotes personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand. • Provides great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions. Requirements: • Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Two years' reporting experience, which could include freelancing, internships and college publication work. • Previous experience covering public safety and/or government preferred. • Adept at taking photos and video and will file quickly across platforms: mobile, desktop and social media. • Strong command of AP grammar and style. • Strong copy-editing skills and the ability to produce content that is clean, accurate and "publication ready." • Is passionate and enthusiastic about news and content that will work well with audiences on social platforms. • Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations. • A desire to grow and develop a key beat in our newsroom. • Is comfortable using social media such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat to enhance reporting and promote stories. • Understands reporting ethics and sourcing. • Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories. • This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law. • Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle record check & drug screen (for driving roles only). We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: 1. Your resume - one to two pages. 2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. 3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role. It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. #Newsgnt | |