General News Reporter

The Norman Transcript is HIRING!

General News Reporter

The award-winning Norman Transcript in Norman, Oklahoma has an immediate opening for a General News Reporter to join its newsroom.

The Norman Transcript is a daily newspaper and maintains an active web and social media presence.  We also produce a number of niche products, including award-winning, glossy magazine.

Daily Responsibilities:

The reporter will write two or three bylined stories each day and will provide photos with stories as warranted.  The reporter will provide content for all niche publications and special sections as assigned.  They may also be asked to assist with copy editing duties as needed, so attention to detail and familiarity with AP style are required.

The reporter's news beat will be determined based on experience and needs of the paper at the time, which can change.  Beats can include covering crime, courts, politics, business, community, nonprofits, local governments and education.  The reporter must be able to work a flexible schedule and cover local events and evening meetings as assigned.  The reporter must also work the occasional holiday or weekend as determined by the editor.

The reporter will be expected to assist in frequent updates to our website and social media outlets.  Other duties may be assigned.

Preferred Qualities:

The ideal candidate will be an energetic go-getter willing to be the first one on the scene of breaking news.  The reporter should also be comfortable with enterprise or investigative journalism.  The reporter should have a willingness to learn.  The Norman Transcript will train as necessary.

Requirements:

Ideal candidates will possess a degree in journalism or related field from an accredited institution, but the Norman Transcript will consider five years of experience at a daily news publication in lieu of a degree.  Candidate must have a clean driving record and dependable transportation.

Benefits:

The Norman Transcript offers insurance coverage (health, dental and vision), 401K and paid time off.

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