Community News Reporter — Regional Beat

Norfolk Daily News; Norfolk (NE); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Norfolk Daily News, a family-owned newspaper in Norfolk, Nebraska, seeks a regional reporter. This full-time, on-site role covers regional news including local government, community events, public safety and human-interest stories for print and online platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong reporting, writing, and interviewing skills, plus basic multimedia capabilities and AP style knowledge. On-site availability in Norfolk, NE is required.

Formación

• Strong reporting skills including newsgathering, interviewing and story development.
• Excellent writing and news-writing abilities for clear, accurate reporting.
• Effective communication with sources, colleagues and community members.
• Basic multimedia skills for digital and social media platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of AP style and ethical, non-discriminatory reporting.
• Ability to work on-site in Norfolk, NE and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with local/regional news and attending public meetings.
• Proficiency with digital content management systems and basic computer apps.

Responsabilidades

• Cover regional news including local government, community events, public safety and human-interest stories.
• Develop story ideas, conduct interviews, verify information, and write for print and online.
• Collaborate with editors and newsroom staff on planning.
• Contribute multimedia coverage such as photos or short video clips.
• Attend meetings or events to maintain community connections.
• Meet deadlines and adapt to breaking news scenarios.
• Uphold ethical journalism standards.

Conocimientos

News reporting

Interviewing

Story development

Writing skills

Communication skills

Multimedia basics

AP style knowledge

Local news familiarity

CMS proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Communications or related field

Descripción del empleo

The Norfolk Daily News, a family-owned newspaper in Norfolk, Nebraska, seeks a regional reporter. This full-time, on-site role covers regional news including local government, community events, public safety and human-interest stories for print and online platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong reporting, writing, and interviewing skills, plus basic multimedia capabilities and AP style knowledge. On-site availability in Norfolk, NE is required.