Community Editor

Community Editor / Reporter (75% Reporting Role)
Elmhurst • Lombard • Villa Park | Chicago Suburbs

Do you believe community journalism still matters? So do we.

O’Rourke Media Group is hiring a Community Editor / Reporter to lead coverage for three of our flagship suburban publications: the Elmhurst Independent, Lombardian, and Villa Park Review.

This is not a desk job. Approximately 75% of this role is reporting—getting out into the community, breaking stories, and producing meaningful local journalism that readers rely on.

What You’ll Do

Report and write original stories that drive community engagement

Cover local government, schools, business, and community life

Serve as the editorial lead across your publications

Build relationships with local leaders and readers

Contribute to digital, social, newsletter and print platforms

What We’re Looking For

Strong writer and storyteller with sharp news judgment

Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Passion for community journalism and local impact

Ability to generate ideas and execute independently

Prior reporting or newsroom experience preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

75% reporting focus—real community journalism, not just editing

Direct impact in three vibrant Chicago suburban communities

Join a growing, entrepreneurial media company investing in local news

Opportunity to shape coverage and build your voice in the market

Location
Elmhurst / Lombard / Villa Park, IL (Chicago suburbs)

Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience

Apply today directly to CEO-Owner Jim O’Rourke at jorourke@orourkemediagroup.com

About the Company
O’Rourke Media Group is a family‑owned, diversified media company that was formed in 2018. Originally just a holding company that owned a few newspapers, O’Rourke Media Group (OMG) has established itself as an industry‑leading, digital media company comprising a cutting edge digital agency and an impressive group of award‑winning, hyper‑local print newspapers and niche magazines. OMG now operates in nine states, 45 markets with 64 publications and hyper‑local websites. For more company information, please visit our website www.orourkemediagroup.com.

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