Education Reporter

Description:

The Killeen Daily Herald, an award-winning newspaper in Central Texas, is seeking an investigative reporter to cover education issues in the Killeen area. We are looking for an experienced print and digital reporter with an investigative approach to news who can track school district finances and communicate frequently with school board members and other sources.

Herald reporters are expected to file document requests to acquire information not otherwise available and to track the requests. Experience with reader engagement and social media is desirable, as are photography and video skills. This position includes editing and filling in for editors as needed. Editing skills and knowledge of AP Style are required. Military knowledge and experience is a plus. Killeen is a busy news town right outside Fort Cavazos.
Send resume, cover letter and clips to Deputy Managing Editor-News Jacob Brooks at jbrooks@kdhnews.com.
Please put EDUCATION REPORTER in the subject line.

Staff reporters and editors are required to work in the Herald office in Killeen and to live in the Herald’s coverage area. This is not a remote position. To see our stories, go to kdhnews.com.

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:
Bachelor’s (Preferred)