SOUND PUBLISHING INC is hiring: REPORTER – WHIDBEY, WA SOUND PUBLISHING, INC. in

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER (Whidbey, WA)

Sound Publishing Inc. is seeking a general assignment reporter to write for the Whidbey News-Times and the South Whidbey Record. This position is based out of our Oak Harbor office. The schedule may require evening and/or weekend work.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• You’ll be part of an award-winning, energetic, professional news team
• Starting Wage: $19/hr
• Medical/Vision plan with a significant portion of the premiums paid by the company
• Life/AD&D/LTD insurance – paid for by the company
• Voluntary Dental Plans (Base and Buy Up options), Life and AD&D coverage – paid by the employee
• EAP & Wellness programs
• 401k retirement plan
• Vacation and sick accrual
• Cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement

WHO WE ARE:

Sound Publishing, Inc. is an award-winning news and media organization based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with community news outlets in Washington and Alaska. Our commitment to providing pertinent localized news content and independent, fact-based reporting make all subsidiaries of Sound Publishing an inspiring and rewarding place to work.

MORE ABOUT THIS POSITION

As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to:

• Be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats;
• Write stories that are tight and to the point;
• Use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover;
• Post stories on our website and help manage social media.

We are looking for a team player willing to get involved in the local community through the publication of the twice weekly newspaper and daily web journalism. The right candidate will have a commitment to community journalism and everything from short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; be able to spot emerging issues and trends; write clean, balanced, and accurate stories that dig deeper than simple features; develop and institute readership initiatives.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Must be proficient with AP style, and use the publication’s website and online tools to gather information and reach the community. Must be organized and self-motivated, exceptional with the public, and have the ability to establish a rapport with the community.

HOW TO APPLY:

Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to careers@soundpublishing.com. Be sure to include “WNTREP” in the subject line.

Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Visit our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com