Reporter- Hamilton Spectator

Torstar; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Reporter to join their dynamic team. This full-time role is perfect for a self-starter with at least two years of journalism experience, skilled in storytelling across digital and print platforms. You'll be responsible for producing engaging, trustworthy journalism, generating story ideas, and creating multi-media content. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to cover important community topics, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while working with a talented team dedicated to delivering vital information to the community.

Qualifications

• At least two years of journalism experience with strong storytelling skills.
• Ability to produce engaging multi-media content for various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality journalism on tight deadlines and generate story ideas.
• Travel to cover events and create compelling stories for digital and print.

Skills

Storytelling

Researching skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Social media proficiency

Time management

Teamwork

Media Law knowledge

Education

Diploma in Journalism

Degree in Journalism

Tools

Photography

Video editing

Broadcasting tools

Job description

Company Description

Metroland Media is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week. With a healthy product offering in-print, online, trade shows and distribution networks, no target is unreachable. We are Ontario's largest and most successful community news and information source, providing local news and multi-media marketing solutions in Canada's heartland.

Metroland's diverse array of online products are visited by over 4 million unique visitors each month and print products are in the hands of more than 4.5 million customers a week. We continuously bring new and acquired online products to market in order to provide our customers with a one-stop, comprehensive marketing solution. To connect with us, visit www.metroland.com

Job Description

The Hamilton Spectator is looking for an enthusiastic, full-time Reporter with at least two years of experience in journalism who is skilled in storytelling for both digital and print platforms. The successful Journalist will be a talented self-starter who can provide a wide range of stories on compelling and important topics of relevance to Hamilton Spectator and spec.com readers. The successful candidate must have demonstrated ability in web filing on tight deadlines, generating story ideas, and the ability to navigate complex topics.

Salary Range: $51,365.83 to $74,265.12

• Coordinating with the local news editor to consistently produce interesting and local newsworthy stories told in traditional and non-traditional ways.
• Producing high-quality, trustworthy journalism using excellent reporting and researching skills, including data analysis.
• Producing engaging multi-media content for website and social media outlets, including photos, video, and audio posts.
• Travel throughout the community to capture events and information outside of structured work hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Journalism or in a related field.
• Self-starter with the ability to exercise solid news judgment.
• Competent in using social media and with solid online posting skills.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and especially written skills (Canadian Press Style).
• Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, digital-first and demanding environment.
• Team-oriented individual who can build professional relationships with team members.
• Experience filing FOI requests.
• Ability to generate story ideas.
• Ability to generate follow-up stories after breaking news events.
• Knowledge of Media Law.
• Experience in data analysis, mapping, photography, video, and broadcasting.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.

Additional Information

Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code, we will endeavor to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview of your requirements.