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Join to apply for the News Reporter role at The Pioneer . Overview A digital‑minded reporter writes for online and print publication with several deadlines throughout the day. As a reporter, you discover innovative ways to deliver quality and engaging content, collaborate with a diverse team, and build authentic relationships with the community. Primary Responsibilities Write a minimum of 10–15 bylines a week, at least one a day, enriched with multimedia assets. Write a variety of stories, including content for newspaper subscribers and non‑subscribers. Write a minimum of one well‑researched enterprise story a quarter. Attend at least one staff meeting or equivalent discussion a day for content planning purposes. Shoot or acquire photos or create other multimedia assets. Prepare and package content for online and print publication. Learn content‑management systems quickly and effectively with appropriate internal training and external knowledge. Attendance/coverage of local government meetings and events is required on an as‑needed basis. Measures of Success Gather information, write and deliver sports stories for print and online publication by seeking out leads, capitalizing on external knowledge, and accepting assignments from the editor or associate editor. Build a loyal digital subscriber base by engaging with readership online and in the community. Explore alternate publishing strategies to enrich content and presentation (images, slideshows, specialized web templates, embedded content, timelines, hyperlinks, SEO writing, and other multimedia assets). Write effective digital headlines that help attract audiences. Write engaging social posts that attract audiences and encourage readers to interact with social content. Revise work to meet editorial approval for publication‑readiness, including clarity, fairness, legality, spelling, grammar, punctuation and style. Participate in internally offered training and other development opportunities. Use metrics to monitor real‑time traffic, identify patterns, and make informed content decisions. Stay up‑to‑date with the latest current events and trends. Communicate effectively with the newsroom and leadership both in‑office and in the field. Manage workflow to meet deadlines and work collaboratively with the team to find solutions. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or equivalent in experience and/or education. Strong news judgment, knowledge of AP style and SEO best practices. Understand written sentences, paragraphs and headline writing in work‑related documents to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Follow the law, especially regarding the confidentiality and privacy of the people they interview or write about. What We Offer Dynamic Environment: A great work environment where it’s never boring. Comprehensive Training: Paid in‑depth sales and product training. Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential. Collaborative Culture: Ideas and input are always welcome. Learn more about Hearst Newspapers at Our Benefits Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy. Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets. Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation. Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents. Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones. Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits. LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs. Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey. Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy. And more, click here for additional benefits and details. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Newspaper Publishing #J-18808-Ljbffr The Pioneer

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