Campus News Reporter: Beat-Driven, Deadline-Savvy

Theshorthorn; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 167 - 279; Full time

Job summary

Theshorthorn in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a reporter to cover campus news for the UTA community. Responsibilities include developing story ideas, writing at least two stories per week, and maintaining strong relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interviewing skills, strong writing abilities, and a curiosity for news. Reporters will be compensated per story, with rates varying based on the quality of work and deadlines met.

Qualifications

• Reporters must develop at least four specific, focused and timely story ideas each week.
• Must ensure that they are in good academic standing.
• Previous newspaper experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop story ideas and maintain working relationships with sources.
• Write at least two stories per week and cover a beat.
• Meet all deadlines for print and online editions.

Skills

Good people skills and interviewing ability

Curiosity and critical thinking

Strong spelling and grammar skills

Ability to report accurately and fairly

Previous newspaper experience

Education

Basic journalistic coursework

Enrolled at UTA for at least six credit hours

Job description

Theshorthorn in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a reporter to cover campus news for the UTA community. Responsibilities include developing story ideas, writing at least two stories per week, and maintaining strong relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interviewing skills, strong writing abilities, and a curiosity for news. Reporters will be compensated per story, with rates varying based on the quality of work and deadlines met.