All Media Journalist

Cox; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Bereavement leave

Time off to vote

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Job summary

The Journal-News in Butler County, Ohio is seeking an all-media journalist to join our fast-paced newsroom in serving digital and print readers. This role will cover breaking news, enterprise and watchdog stories, shoot video for online products, and post to social media, focusing on Butler County and nearby communities.

You may also contribute to email newsletters. Ideal candidates have strong reporting and writing skills, experience with video and social platforms, and a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with related journalism experience or equivalent.
• Portfolio showing reporting, writing, video and social media work.
• Genuine interest in storytelling across formats and platforms.
• Ability to meet deadlines and verify information under pressure.
• Knowledge of Ohio public records laws and libel standards.

Responsibilities

• Write breaking news, enterprise and watchdog stories for print and digital.
• Shoot video for online content and post to social media.
• Collaborate with platform team and multiple newsrooms.
• Monitor communities in Butler County and relevant cities.
• Assist with email newsletter writing as needed.

Skills

Reporting skills

Writing quickly

Video shooting

Social media engagement

Research to tailor stories

Knowledge of libel laws

Deadline-oriented

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Portfolio of reporting/video

Experience in related field

Tools

Video editing basics

Social media publishing tools

Job description

The Journal-News in Butler County, Ohio is seeking an all-media journalist to join our fast-paced newsroom in serving digital and print readers.

We're looking for a journalist who can write breaking news, enterprise and watchdog stories for print and digital; shoot video for our online products; and post to social media, including Facebook and other platforms. This role is crucial to building our audience and will focus on Butler County business and development as well as the cities of Middletown, Trenton and the township of Madison.

You will work in a digital-first newsroom to provide digital videos and digital stories. This reporter will join our platform team of reporters and AMJs with 3 newsrooms and will cover several local communities.

Email newsletter writing may also be part of this role.

Qualifications

• Have excellent reporting and writing skills, and the ability to write and edit quickly.
• Use research to tailor stories to fit the audience and platform
• Have a knack for telling stories in relatable and compelling ways, including digital formats and summaries, photo and video, and longform writing
• Have a demonstrated social media presence that shows the ability to engage with readers, using platforms to connect with the community, share their stories, and find story tips
• Be familiar and comfortable with standards for avoiding libel and slander, and have a good grasp of Ohio's public records laws
• Ability to work in high-energy, fast-paced environment and be committed to learning throughout their careers.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years' experience; or 7 years' experience in a related field.
• A portfolio of work that shows good work in reporting, writing and some of ability to shoot video and photos and use social media to get and transmit information
• Genuine interest in storytelling of all kinds
• Work is expected to be accurate and complete and according to set deadlines
• Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

USD 18.17 - 27.31 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.17 - $27.31/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.