Entry Level Community Reporter
Port City Daily
Wilmington, North Carolina
Date Posted | March 16, 2023 |
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Industry | Digital Media |
Specialty | Not Specified |
Required Education | Associate's Degree |
Job Status | Full-time |
Salary | $15/hour |
Website | http://www.portcitydaily.com |
Description:
Entry Level Community Reporter
Are you a curious, go-getting journalist with a passion for community?
Local Daily Media is seeking a multimedia journalist for our local news publication, Port City Daily (PCD).
We are seeking a motivated candidate who is passionate about journalism and especially government reporting. This candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is able to adapt in the ever-changing world of digital production.
Duties:
- Conduct research and interviews
- Write multiple news articles and/or features daily
- Build professional relationships within the communities that we serve
- Shoot photographs and/or videos to accompany the written word
- Provide content for presentation on a variety of digital platforms (WordPress, social media, etc.)
- Work independently to meet deadlines and exceed expectations
- Maintain regular communication with the editor regarding creative planning and performance
- Attend meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- An associate’s degree or comparable experience
- Strong collaborative and communication skills
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
- A commitment to digital and multimedia storytelling
- An organized self-starter who works well independently
- Seek original story ideas and work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Meet measurable goals as set forth by editor
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and within flexible hours that may include nights, holidays and weekends
To apply send a cover letter, resume, and 3 pieces of government reporting to: Shea Carver, Managing Editor, Port City Daily at shea@localdailymedia.com
Candidates will be asked to submit a portfolio of work upon request. A writing assignment will also be required after the first interview.
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