Reporter, Ottawa Valley (Full-time)

Torstar

1d • Remote

About The Position

Insideottawavalley.com is looking for a passionate, experienced journalist with proven digital storytelling skills to report on municipal news, education, business and everyday life in and across the region. We don’t just report the news; we strengthen our communities. Our newsroom fuses the expertise of our trained journalists with first-party data and local insights, keeping citizens informed on the issues that matter most. We are committed to the future of journalism and staying ahead of industry trends. We prioritize and invest in your professional growth through continuous learning. Our Commitment to Diversity We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community focused on fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference . And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in journalism or in a related field.
• Motivated self-starter, an innovative, driven journalist with the ability to write clean copy and take photos.
• Excellent news judgment and a strong work ethic.
• Online posting skills and ‘get’ social media with the know-how to use different platforms to source and share information.
• Highly organized and have the skills to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Love a deadline and excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven and demanding environment.
• Team-oriented individual who can build professional relationships with colleagues and the community.
• Well-versed in Canadian libel law and Canadian Press style.
• Prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to reliable personal transportation.
• Able to travel within the community for assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the Ottawa Valley is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Managing Editor to generate fresh and interesting local news and feature stories to inform and engage residents.
• Provide comprehensive and engaging coverage of municipal government.
• Thrive in an environment where news/information is updated frequently, and the work atmosphere demands urgency.
• Produce high-quality, trustworthy journalism using excellent reporting and researching skills, including data analysis.
• Understand the value of information, large and small, and the connection between what is being reported on and our readers.
• Other duties, as required.

Benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities
• Inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process
• Accommodation for persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees