Part Time Breaking News Reporter

MediaNews Group • Denver, CO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Denver Post is seeking a part-time breaking news reporter to work at least one weekend shift and an early morning shift. The successful applicant must be able to juggle multiple assignments and make good decisions about what subjects to tackle first. The ability to source and monitor multiple streams of information -- from police to competitors -- is a must, as is the ability to write quick, clear, accurate and engaging stories and headlines.

Requirements

• Reporting, writing and editing skills, including knowledge of AP style
• Strong news judgment
• Understanding of SEO and digital production techniques and uses
• Knowledge of digital storytelling methods
• Ability to cultivate sources
• Knowledge of analytics and how to use them in decision making
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of standard curation techniques
• Ability to multi-task and work quickly to meet deadlines
• Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

Responsibilities

• Develop story ideas in coordination with assignment editor
• Research, observe surroundings and conduct interviews over the telephone and in person to gather pertinent information for news stories
• Interact with colleagues in a professional manner
• Organize information and write an accurate, clear, interesting and grammatically correct story while meeting deadlines
• Produce stories of varying complexity and form
• Seek out and report news for immediate publication on the Post’s digital platforms or for print publications
• Discuss story formulation with editors and edit or rewrite stories, as necessary
• Use digital tools to report and promote Denver Post material
• Understand and implement SEO techniques to ensure content reaches largest online audience; stay abreast of latest trends
• Create and curate content for a dynamic web presence
• Request appropriate photos and graphics for stories; work closely with visual journalists to provide clear explanations of assignments; shoot photos and videos when necessary and transmit them promptly for digital publication

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• 401k
• paid time off
• select paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level