Government Reporter - West Lake, Lake Travis & Rollingwood
About The Position
Our Government Reporters help inform community members by providing important updates on elections, public policy, new legislation and ballot measures through local city council and county commissioners court beats. By attending local government meetings, connecting with local officials and networking with other community leaders, our Government Reporters disseminate news that is central to the lives of our communities’ residents. Note: While our office location is in Pflugerville, Texas, this role will cover updates for Cities of West Lake, Lake Travis and Rollingwood. ABOUT YOU You should apply to our Government Reporter role if you: Can produce 10 stories per week Feel comfortable with taking photos to complement your written work Have experience covering city council meetings/school board meetings Are proficient in AP Style and familiar with content management systems Previously have written for a professional publication or school newspaper Feel confident researching data and have experience with data visualization Are eager to interview sources in-person throughout the greater metro area Demonstrate proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with sources Are confident in finding and pitching your own story ideas with minimal supervision Understand the importance of meeting deadlines and managing your own time efficiently Have availability on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, plus evenings/weekends as needed to cover meetings and breaking news
Requirements
- Can produce 10 stories per week
- Feel comfortable with taking photos to complement your written work
- Have experience covering city council meetings/school board meetings
- Are proficient in AP Style and familiar with content management systems
- Previously have written for a professional publication or school newspaper
- Feel confident researching data and have experience with data visualization
- Are eager to interview sources in-person throughout the greater metro area
- Demonstrate proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with sources
- Are confident in finding and pitching your own story ideas with minimal supervision
- Understand the importance of meeting deadlines and managing your own time efficiently
- Have availability on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, plus evenings/weekends as needed to cover meetings and breaking news
Benefits
- Starting hourly rate of $22.11 ($46,000 annually) or more with experience
- Mileage Reimbursement: $135 monthly stipend for gas, mileage and tolls
- Paid Time Off: 112 hours annually
- Paid Holidays: 10 per year, plus an additional paid day off for your birthday
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Additional Coverage: Supplemental insurance options, including Accident and Critical Illness
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
