Lexington City Government Reporter
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The Lexington Herald-Leader is seeking a dedicated and dynamic journalist to join our team as the city government reporter. This position will primarily focus on covering the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government and city council, providing our readers with insightful, timely and accurate reporting on local governance and policy decisions, as well as city elections. Additionally, this reporter will contribute to our coverage of state government as needed, especially on matters of local importance in Fayette County. Lexington, the second-largest city in Kentucky and the seat of Fayette County, has a political scene that is fertile ground for journalists. The city is globally recognized as the "Horse Capital of the World," and is a major educational hub as the home to the University of Kentucky. The local economy is robust, featuring strong sectors in technology, manufacturing and healthcare. The city is rapidly growing, a reality that brings with it challenges around affordable housing, zoning and more. This clearly is more than about city government, however. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of how local governments and institutions work, although we don’t aim to tell traditional government stories. We are looking for stories that connect the decisions of those in power to the everyday quality of life of Lexington residents in sharp, fresh ways. We want stories that check forces of power when they don’t follow through, as well as stories about the next generation of cultural influencers shaping the counties outside the halls of government. The position will demand a keen eye for sharp news angles, strong source-building skills, and the ability to find scoops and produce revelatory, high-impact journalism. We are looking for candidates with strong interpersonal skills who can collaborate with editors, reporters, other staff members and residents. This reporter will work closely with editors and our audience development team to make sure we are reaching readers who have shown a thirst for this coverage. Responsibilities:
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What we’ll bring: Our overall benefits package also includes a 401(k) with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, and a variety of mental health benefits. With an excellent support team and with focus on your well-being as a top corporate strategy, Mc Clatchy provides benefits to support you and your family in achieving your health and wellness goals. For more information on Mc Clatchy's benefit plan, please visit Mc Clatchy Livewell.com. About the Mc Clatchy Media Company The Mc Clatchy Media Company features a portfolio of vibrant and trusted news, lifestyle, entertainment brands and a robust retail distribution network. Our iconic local news brands such as the Miami Herald, The Kansas City Star and The Sacramento Bee, have collectively earned a total of 57 Pulitzer prizes and are complemented by popular lifestyle and entertainment brands such as Us Weekly and Woman’s World. Together, our brands reach more than 100 million unique visitors a month, The Mc Clatchy Retail Network, our distribution and logistics arm, offers delivery to more than 56,000 retail locations weekly. #LI-RB1 Salary/Compensation: $21.63 - $28.85 per hour recblid qb8a05l684lel6xirr70zk76mlytsy |