Reporter
Adams Publishing Group - Waunakee, Wisconsin, United States, 53597![Adams Publishing Group](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Location: Waunakee, WI
Reporter
Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk] & PT position available
Dane County, Wisconsin
Hometown News, Adams Publishing Group of Southern Wisconsin’s division of weekly newspapers, is seeking a municipal government reporter to cover a number of rapidly growing Dane County communities. This reporter will provide coverage for its print edition, digital platforms and social media channels.
The reporter’s primary focus will be municipal government, including issues such as budgets, housing, transportation, economic growth and constraints, public policy, along with parks and recreation in these booming Madison suburbs.
Some knowledge of municipal government is preferred; an interest in local government is essential.
This position reports to the editor of the Hometown News papers.
Essential skills and experience
-Strong English language skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with digital platforms and social media strategy are important.
- Community engagement experience – in person and on social networks, being a professional ambassador for the news organization in the community.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, along with some newspaper experience.
· Photography skills a plus.
What APG Offers:
· 401k
· Benefits Package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
· Company Paid Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
· Paid Time Off
· Paid Holidays
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, writing and photography samples and references to Heather McCalmont, 1 S. Parker Dr., Janesville, WI 53545 or apply online.
Adams Publishing Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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