NEWS Reporter - News - Local News - 441
Lee Enterprises Inc, Fredericksburg, Virginia, us, 22403
Overview
Reporter (Print & Digital) - Subscriber-Focused Journalism
Location:
Fredericksburg, VA
Employment Type:
Full-time
Department:
Editorial
About Us
Lee Enterprises is a mission-driven newsroom committed to producing high-quality, trustworthy journalism that informs, engages, and serves our community. As we grow our subscriber base, we're doubling down on reporting that builds loyalty, trust, and long-term reader relationships across print and digital platforms.
The Role We're looking for a sharp, curious Reporter who understands that great journalism doesn't just attract readers—it keeps them coming back. This role blends strong reporting fundamentals with an audience-first mindset, contributing stories that drive subscriber engagement and retention across print and digital publications.
Key Responsibilities
Report and write accurate, compelling stories for both print and digital platforms
Pitch and develop story ideas with a clear focus on reader value and subscriber retention
Produce timely coverage, enterprise reporting, and explanatory journalism tailored to our core audience
Collaborate with editors, audience, and product teams to optimize stories for engagement, loyalty, and impact
Use audience data and subscriber insights to inform story selection, framing, and follow-ups
Contribute to newsletters, ongoing coverage franchises, or recurring beats that serve subscriber needs
Adapt stories for multiple formats, including web, mobile, print, and social platforms
Maintain high standards of ethics, accuracy, and fairness in all reporting
What We're Looking For
Proven reporting experience in a newsroom environment (print, digital, or both)
Strong news judgment and excellent writing, reporting, and interviewing skills
Demonstrated understanding of audience engagement and subscriber-focused journalism
Comfort working across platforms and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to analyze audience metrics and apply insights to editorial decisions
Collaborative mindset and openness to experimentation and feedback
Familiarity with CMS tools, analytics platforms, and digital publishing best practices is a plus
Why Join Us
Work in a newsroom that values impactful, reader-centered journalism
Play a key role in shaping coverage that matters to paying subscribers
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional growth and beat development
A collaborative, supportive editorial culture
Apply Apply at www.lee.net/jobs
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Location:
Fredericksburg, VA
Employment Type:
Full-time
Department:
Editorial
About Us
Lee Enterprises is a mission-driven newsroom committed to producing high-quality, trustworthy journalism that informs, engages, and serves our community. As we grow our subscriber base, we're doubling down on reporting that builds loyalty, trust, and long-term reader relationships across print and digital platforms.
The Role We're looking for a sharp, curious Reporter who understands that great journalism doesn't just attract readers—it keeps them coming back. This role blends strong reporting fundamentals with an audience-first mindset, contributing stories that drive subscriber engagement and retention across print and digital publications.
Key Responsibilities
Report and write accurate, compelling stories for both print and digital platforms
Pitch and develop story ideas with a clear focus on reader value and subscriber retention
Produce timely coverage, enterprise reporting, and explanatory journalism tailored to our core audience
Collaborate with editors, audience, and product teams to optimize stories for engagement, loyalty, and impact
Use audience data and subscriber insights to inform story selection, framing, and follow-ups
Contribute to newsletters, ongoing coverage franchises, or recurring beats that serve subscriber needs
Adapt stories for multiple formats, including web, mobile, print, and social platforms
Maintain high standards of ethics, accuracy, and fairness in all reporting
What We're Looking For
Proven reporting experience in a newsroom environment (print, digital, or both)
Strong news judgment and excellent writing, reporting, and interviewing skills
Demonstrated understanding of audience engagement and subscriber-focused journalism
Comfort working across platforms and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to analyze audience metrics and apply insights to editorial decisions
Collaborative mindset and openness to experimentation and feedback
Familiarity with CMS tools, analytics platforms, and digital publishing best practices is a plus
Why Join Us
Work in a newsroom that values impactful, reader-centered journalism
Play a key role in shaping coverage that matters to paying subscribers
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional growth and beat development
A collaborative, supportive editorial culture
Apply Apply at www.lee.net/jobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr