Reporter - Breaking News

Lee Enterprises•Davenport, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quad-City Times is seeking a fast, fearless, and versatile morning reporter to lead public safety and breaking news coverage across the Quad-Cities region. This journalist will be at the forefront of the daily report, starting early to identify, confirm, and publish breaking news as it develops, ensuring readers in Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, and surrounding communities begin their day with timely, accurate, and compelling information. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, responds quickly to developing news, and can balance speed with accuracy. From overnight crime and early morning crashes to developing emergencies, this reporter will take the lead on the stories that matter most to the Quad-Cities at the start of the news cycle.

Requirements

Experience covering breaking news or public safety preferred.
Strong news judgment and ability to verify information under deadline pressure.
Ability to work early morning shifts and respond quickly to overnight developments.
Solid writing, reporting, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to shoot photos or video for digital publication preferred.
Familiarity with digital analytics tools and content management systems a plus.

Responsibilities

Covering early morning breaking news quickly and accurately for online publication, with timely updates as situations develop.
Monitoring police, fire, and emergency radio traffic, alerts, and other sources to identify news in real time.
Writing clearly and fairly on public safety issues, including police, fire, courts, and emergency response across Iowa and Illinois jurisdictions.
Using digital tools to publish and update stories in real time.
Posting updates and engaging readers on social media.
Collaborating with editors, photographers, and other reporters while working independently in the field.