Newsroom Reporter

This is a Full Time Job

Newsroom Reporter

The Huron Daily Tribune, (a Hearst Newspapers subsidiary), is seeking a proactive and digitally-savvy News Reporter to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a creative journalist who thrives under pressure, enjoys the challenge of meeting multiple deadlines daily, and is committed to crafting engaging content for both online and print media.

Key Responsibilities:
• Consistently produce a minimum of 10-15 bylines per week, ensuring at least one publication per day, supplemented with multimedia assets.

• Develop and write a diverse array of stories for different audience segments, including both subscribers and general readers.

• Conduct in-depth reporting to deliver at least one enterprise story each quarter that meets the highest journalistic standards.

• Participate actively in daily content planning meetings and discussions to align team goals and strategies.

• Source, shoot, or create multimedia content such as photos and videos, and package this content attractively for both digital and print platforms.

• Engage with and grow a loyal digital subscriber base by effectively using social media platforms and other digital communication tools.

• Utilize content management systems adeptly, with a commitment to learning and mastering these systems quickly through internal training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong grasp of news writing, journalistic ethics, and the narrative storytelling techniques essential for print and digital media.

• Proficient in AP style, with a keen understanding of SEO and social media best practices.

• Ability to manage time effectively, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Basic photography skills and familiarity with digital content creation tools and platforms are preferred.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Success Measures:
• Effective gathering and crafting of news stories that resonate with and expand our audience base.

• Demonstrated ability to innovate in content presentation to enhance reader engagement and satisfaction.

• Successful management of digital content to optimize reach and impact across web and social media platforms.

• Continuous development of professional skills through participation in internal training and staying updated with industry trends.

Why Join Us?
• Opportunity to work with a leading news organization that values integrity and creativity.

• Engage with a broad audience and make a significant impact in the community.

• Work in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.

• Competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

About the Huron Daily Tribune

The Huron Daily Tribune is a daily newspaper in Bad Axe, Michigan. The newspaper serves Huron County, in the upper part of ''The Thumb''. Its parent company, Huron Publishing Company, is owned by Hearst Corporation.

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