General Assignment Reporter Job at The News-Item in Shamokin
The News-Item, Shamokin, Northumberland County, United States
Overview
The News-Item, located in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, is seeking a full-time, general assignment reporter. We are a family-owned newspaper covering local news and sports in lower Northumberland County and surrounding areas. This position would cover school boards, borough meetings, feature writing and assist with page layouts. Occasional weekend work. We’re looking for someone with reporting and writing skills. We will train the right candidate. Located in central Pa, we have access to all the major cities, four beautiful seasons and many outdoor opportunities such as hunting, fishing, biking and river activities. Full time benefits package.
If you think you are the right candidate, please send your resume and three writing samples to Mackenzie Witt at mackenzie_w@newsitem.com or Amy Moyer at amym@standard-journal.com
Responsibilities
- Cover local news including school boards and borough meetings
- Write feature stories and assist with page layouts
- Possibly work on weekends as needed
Qualifications
- Writing and reporting skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic knowledge of AP Style
- Ability to work independently or with others and meet tight deadlines
- Experience in local or community journalism is a plus
- Bachelor\'s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field a plus, but not required
Employment details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
- Industry: Newspaper Publishing
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