Growth and development reporter
Gannett | |
United States, Pennsylvania, Aliquippa | |
Nov 05, 2024 | |
The Beaver County Times, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a curious, imaginative and digitally savvy journalist to fill a critical role as growth and development reporter covering the Beaver Valley region in western Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh. This diverse region provides opportunities to cover issues that affect urban, suburban and rural communities as well as many environmental stories as it is a former steel mill region, has Bitcoin server farms and is home to one of the largest petrochemical plants in the eastern United States. The core of the coverage area is Beaver County, Pa., which sits on the border with southern Ohio and is about 30 miles from the city of Pittsburgh. The reporter will focus on all types of commercial and residential development issues as well as the real estate market. They will look at housing, redevelopment, new and existing businesses, community health and demographics in a way that engages our audience and tells readers why these stories are important to them. If you're a reporter whose curiosity unearths an interesting story from routine items and endeavors to find tales from the less-heard members of the community, then we're eager to speak with you. This job requires an understanding of social media platforms, Google Trends, audience metrics and SEO techniques; quick, tight, lively writing; and a competitive mindset. Previous experience as a reporter is required as are a driver's license and reliable transportation. Responsibilities:
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: Your resume - one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. 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. #Newsgnt |