Features Reporter - Business & Education Beat

Date Posted	April 26, 2024
Industry	Newspapers
Specialty	Not Specified
Job Status	Full-time

Description:

We offer a very competitive wage and a relocation/hiring bonus.

Location: Dickinson, ND

Company: The Dickinson Press, A Division of Forum Communications Company

About Us: The Dickinson Press has been serving southwest North Dakota as a community-driven, professional and hyper-local newspaper since 1883. Committed to keeping residents informed, we prioritize delivering accurate and engaging content that reflects the heartbeat of our communities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred, but not required. Equivalent demonstrated work in clips accepted in lieu of experience will be accepted.
• Strong reporting and writing skills with the ability to produce clean and concise copy under a daily deadline.
• Demonstrated news gathering skills with a working knowledge of AP style preferred.
• Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently and with other reporters, copy editors, and Newspaper Editor.
• Experience with multimedia journalism including video, audio, and social media is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Business and Economy Reporting:

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on local businesses, economic trends, and developments in the local economy.
• Produce comprehensive reports on job markets, economic indicators and financial updates relevant to our readers.
• Provide insightful coverage of entrepreneurship, industry shifts and economic policies affecting the community.

Education Reporting:

• Cover multiple elementary schools, 7 local high schools, Dickinson State University, and overall educational initiatives, offering informative and engaging stories to parents and the community.
• Report on school board decisions, academic achievements and educational challenges impacting the area.
• Provide in-depth analysis and coverage of educational policies and reforms.

Application Instructions: If you're ready to contribute to the heartwarming narratives that define our community, we invite you to apply for the role of Enterprise & Education reporter. Please submit your resume, a cover letter and three samples of your writing to jmiller@thedickinsonpress.com.

Join Our Team: As a Enterprise & Education reporter, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the economic heartbeat of our region and shed light on the educational landscape shaping our future. With a commitment to accuracy, integrity and community engagement, you'll play a vital role in informing and empowering our readership. If you're passionate about telling impactful stories that resonate with our audience, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at The Dickinson Press.

Join us in celebrating the fabric of our community through engaging and inspiring storytelling!