Local News Reporter

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NEWS REPORTER FOR THE COLUMBIA GORGE NEWS   

Journalism position based in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Reporting experience a must! You will be a major contributor to the weekly newspaper including front page news. The news publication serves The Gorge area of Oregon and across the river in Washington. The Regional publication has offices in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon and in White Salmon, Washington. The newspaper publishes once weekly and posts on-line web and social media content regularly. This is a great opportunity to expand your journalism experience. 

The position requires the ability to cover a variety of general news including government, state and city. The position will specialize on investigative news or hard news coverage for The Gorge area.  The fast-paced writing-reporting position requires relocating to live anywhere in the Columbia Gorge News area of coverage.  The reporter will be focused on a variety of beats throughout The Gorge communities and will require reliable transportation. The candidate will be self-motivated, but team oriented with the desire to learn and write about a variety of people and topics. The ability to be organized and meet deadlines is a must.  Graduates are encouraged to apply with journalism or related writing/reporting experience, including AP writing style.  Photography and technology skills a plus but not required. Wage based on experience. PTO/Sick/Flex time with remote and office work hours. Health insurance not currently available. Send resume, references and at least 5 samples of work to: Chelseam@gorgenews.com. P.O. Box 390, Hood River, OR. 97031. www.Columbiagorgenews.com