Date Posted September 09, 2026
Industry Newspapers
Specialty General Assignment
Required Education Bachelor's Degree
Remote / Telecommute Hybrid
Job Status Full-time
Salary $35,000 to $40,000

Description:

East Oregonian is seeking a general assignment reporter to work out of its Pendleton office. The schedule may require evening and/or weekend work.


We are looking for a team player willing to get involved in the local community through the publication of the weekly newspaper and daily web journalism. The right candidate will have a commitment to community journalism; be able to spot emerging issues and trends; and write clean, balanced and accurate stories that dig deeper than simple features.


Pendleton is the home of the famous Pendleton Round-Up, a large outdoor rodeo that draws tens of thousands of visitors to town each year. This position also covers communities throughout Umatilla and Morrow counties, which offer no shortage of topics and events to cover, ranging from the changes massive data centers create in rural communities to engaging features on local personalities.


EO reporters also collaborate with our reporters covering Baker, Grant, Union and Wallowa counties to tackle regional issues.


Candidates must have a degree in journalism or related experience and be proficient in AP style. Candidates also should have a good eye for photography. Already live in our area? So much the better.


What we offer

You’ll be part of an award-winning, energetic, professional news team

Starting Wage: $17-$19/hr, DOE

Vacation and sick accrual

Mileage reimbursement


Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance


Equal Employment Opportunity

Carpenter Media Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Carpenter Media Group is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist you in applying for a position or performing the essential functions of your job, please inform the hiring manager.


About Carpenter Media

The East Oregonian is a part of the Carpenter Media Group, a leading North American local news champion with more than 1,500 talented employees working with us to deliver unique community news and information across a full suite of traditional media channels and digital platforms. We serve as guides to efficient and effective marketing, trusted journalism and rewarding careers so our communities, businesses and the people who work with us can grow and thrive with a strong sense of purpose and resulting prosperity.


To apply, email your resume, cover letter and examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to:


Phil Wright

Regional editor and publisher

phil.wright@eastoregonian.com


Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.


Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


When applying, mention you saw this opening listed at JournalismJobs.com.

When applying, mention you saw this opening listed at JournalismJobs.com.