Reporter / Staff Writer

Jeffgaulin; Fort Frances; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent paper in northwestern Ontario is seeking a passionate Reporter / Staff Writer to join their enthusiastic team. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to cover local news and events while working closely with a small editorial team. The position promises a healthy work-life balance, a supportive environment, and the chance to jump-start your writing career. With potential relocation assistance and the benefit of free newspapers, this is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to make a mark in community journalism.

Benefits

Free Newspapers

Relocation Assistance

Healthy Work Environment

Great Work/Life Balance

Qualifications

• Strong writing and photography skills are essential for this role.
• Knowledge of page layout software is ideal for the position.

Responsibilities

• Cover local news, events, and happenings in the Rainy River District.
• Work as part of a four-person editorial team at an independent paper.

Skills

Writing Skills

Photography Skills

Communication Skills

People Skills

Ability to Meet Deadlines

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Reporter / Staff Writer REF#: JG34699 Fort Frances Times
Location: Fort Frances, Ontario
Posted: March 10, 2025
Salary:

Description

The Fort Frances Times is currently seeking a passionate and curious community news-minded individual to join our team as a full-time Reporter / Staff Writer. This is an opportunity to jump start your writing career! Join our enthusiastic team of journalists at an independent paper published in northwestern Ontario. As part of a four-person editorial team, the staff writer will cover all aspects of local news, events, people and happenings that take place throughout the Rainy River District. The Fort Frances Times is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment, great work/life balance – and you get free newspapers! This position is intended to be fully in-person, and some relocation assistance may be available to successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and photography skills
• Knowledge of page layout software, including the Adobe Creative Suite, is ideal
• Ability to meet daily deadlines
• Outgoing personality, good people skills and a team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Must possess a driver's license and reliable vehicle, as well as the ability to work flexible hours

Please submit a cover letter (stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board) and resume to:

Ken Kellar
Fort Frances Times
116 First Street East
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 1K2, Canada
Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]
Web address: http://fftimes.com