Digital-First Local News Reporter: Community Impact

Village Media; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local news organization is looking for a talented Reporter in Oshawa. The role involves covering diverse community issues including small business, arts, and civic matters. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in journalism and strong writing and editing skills. Applicants should be committed to community engagement and maintaining impeccable ethics in reporting. The position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the successful candidate must live in or near Oshawa.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience writing news and feature stories.
• Ability to report quickly, clearly, and accurately.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the Durham Region is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Cover small business, real estate, court, crime, and civic issues.
• Engage with communities to find stories that matter.
• Maintain fairness, accuracy, and transparency.

Skills

Excellent news judgment

Strong writing and editing skills

Ability to cultivate sources

Strong photography skills

Strong video skills

Education

Degree or diploma in journalism

Job description

A local news organization is looking for a talented Reporter in Oshawa. The role involves covering diverse community issues including small business, arts, and civic matters. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in journalism and strong writing and editing skills. Applicants should be committed to community engagement and maintaining impeccable ethics in reporting. The position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the successful candidate must live in or near Oshawa.