Staff Reporter - Knox Pages
About The Position
Source Media Properties is seeking innovative, entrepreneurial reporters to join their growing network of local newsrooms. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about independent local journalism and its role in building informed and engaged communities. The company emphasizes a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and offers opportunities for professional development. Reporters will work in a hybrid environment, engage with readers, and contribute to a growing network of local news sites. The company is committed to ethical journalism and fostering a positive, fun work environment.
Requirements
- College graduate with strong writing, reporting, and interviewing skills.
- Basic knowledge of photography, audio, and video production.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fluid schedule.
- Make a home in North Central Ohio to best become part of the community, respond to news as quickly as possible, and engage with our readers.
Nice To Haves
- A well-rounded individual who can cover a city council or school board meeting, or take a camera to a Friday night high school football game.
- Non-traditional background but know you could be a great reporter because you’re curious, friendly, a good communicator and know North Central Ohio inside and out.
Responsibilities
- Write accurate, clear, and well-reported stories while facing daily deadlines.
- Identify and pitch stories on various subjects.
- Write and update stories on the news of the day.
- Work with other reporters on various assignments.
- Collaborate with other departments for various assignments.
- Occasional travel and work on nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Pick spots when it comes to working with a Solutions Journalism mindset.
- Utilize Open Source, a reader-involvement tool that solicits questions from readers.
- Share content, ideas, and resources with the team at all four sites.
- Engage with readers and develop relationships with sources.
- Support membership efforts, organize events, meet with readers, and create content.
Benefits
- 401k program with a 100% employer match.
- 3 weeks paid vacation.
- Up to 2 weeks PTO in addition to vacation.
- A generous technology and cell phone stipend.
- Downtown office in a vibrant co-working space with free parking.
- A company-wide hybrid work environment.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- An HSA with an employer contribution.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employer-paid emotional and mental health support / counseling.
- 8 paid holidays, including MLK day and Juneteenth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
