Government/Municipal/General Assignment Reporter

Lee Enterprises • Kenosha, WI

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About The Position

The Kenosha News, a division of Lee Enterprises, is seeking a full-time newspaper reporter/photographer who writes clearly, develops relationships with sources, and takes initiative. The role emphasizes education and general assignment news and feature reporting, photography and video for the newspaper, and publishing content online and on social media. The reporter will handle assignments ranging from breaking news to features, manage multiple assignments and deadlines, and provide local coverage that meets readers’ needs. Some night and weekend hours are required, with schedules made as flexible as possible in coordination with reporters.

The Kenosha News is a daily newspaper with a strong digital culture and a circulation of 10,000 daily and 11,000 on Sunday and Wednesday. It covers an urban, suburban, and rural area in Kenosha County, near Lake Michigan, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Madison. Lee Enterprises describes itself as a subscription and advertising platform and provider of local news and information, serving 114 markets across 25 states through daily newspapers, digital products, and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications. The company emphasizes valuable, intensely local news and information and a diverse, inclusive workforce.

Requirements

• Write clearly.
• Be able to develop relationships with sources and take initiative.
• Be able to handle a variety of assignments, juggle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Some newspaper experience is preferred.
• Recent journalism graduates are welcome to apply.
• Applicants should provide links to writing and photo samples.

Responsibilities

• Report education news and general assignment news and features.
• Cover a variety of assignments, from breaking news to features.
• Take photographs and video for the newspaper.
• Post content online and on social media.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Develop relationships with sources and take initiative.
• Provide local content and coverage for readers.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Career growth opportunities
• Personalizable benefit program
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Company-provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed