Watonwan County Jobs is hiring: Reporter in Sleepy Eye

CherryRoad Media is seeking a Full or Part time Newspaper Reporter for:

 Sleepy Eye Herald-Dispatch, MN & St. James Plaindealer, MN

Successful candidates will do work for two printed editions each week, as well as daily online content/social media upkeep.

Candidates must be located in the Sleepy Eye and/or St. James area within a reasonable distance to adequately cover local events.

A reporter will gather community news, including local sports, that is relevant and addresses community needs and interest.

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK:

• Obtain relevant information through interviews, observations, attending events, and researching documents.


• Write accurate, fair, timely, information-packed and colorful stories. Know and use proper grammar, spelling and newspaper style.


• Select stories that reflect reader interest, both geographically and demographically, and reflect the diversity of the community.


• Use multimedia to tell stories through web updates, photography, blogging, etc.


• Develop community contacts, sources and other knowledge of the community and its interests.


• Edit, post/update content to the website and handle social media updates/management.


• Generate story ideas.


• Collaborate with reporter and editor colleagues in the region to set priorities based on news and opportunities to grow audience.


• Shoot still photos and videos. Edit video for publication


• Any other projects or assignments outlined by the editorial supervisor and/or publisher.

   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Communication skills for the ability to gather information and write articles.


• Ability to work with required technology and computer programs.


• Writing skills to include proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and journalism guidelines and AP style.


• Ability to react quickly to new developments and exercise judgement.


• Ability to manage multiple stories and deadlines.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Journalism or related field of study preferred, but not required.


• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered.

At CherryRoad you can expect a refreshing and personal culture that encourages idea sharing and collaboration. Here your knowledge, abilities and work experience count.

At CherryRoad Media...opportunity becomes achievement.

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