Auto Industry Reporter Job at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in Nashville

Posted Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Gannett Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth-focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom.

The Tennessean is seeking an experienced reporter to own national coverage of the fast-changing automotive industry across the South. The successful candidate will cover topics such as:

• The automotive industry’s big bet on electric vehicles in the South
• The UAW’s push for collective bargaining in right-to-work states
• Trending news on the auto industry
• The Trump administration’s impact on the auto landscape
• Sales and earnings reports of all major manufacturers
• Fuel economy / emissions updates
• Tariffs impacts on industry

Requirements:

• Applicants must be willing to travel.
• At least three years of reporting experience that includes breaking news and enterprise work and demonstrates source development.
• Comfort using social media platforms; including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, and Reddit.
• Proficiency in finding trends in data.
• Experience taking photos and video on a mobile device.
• Strong communication skills, news judgment, and headline-writing ability.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple stories and projects at the same time.
• Ability to multitask and excel under deadline pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong writing, spelling, and grammar skills; familiarity with AP style.

This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

About The Tennessean and Nashville:

The Tennessean is the state's largest news organization and is a fast-paced, collaborative operation full of ambitious journalists. Reporting frequently leads to rapid change at the state and local levels, and the newsroom frequently wins national awards. Its office is located in the heart of Nashville, one of the most vibrant cities in the country.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, please upload a single document file that includes:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter outlining how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for