Impactful Local Business & Development Reporter

Lookout Local; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical, dental & optical benefits

401(k) with matching

Generous PTO

Stock options

Job summary

Lookout Local seeks a Business and Development Correspondent for Lookout Eugene-Springfield. The role covers local and statewide business trends, taxes, jobs, and the cost of doing business in Lane County and beyond. The ideal candidate voices real people and uses data-driven storytelling to inform a regional audience.

We value fair, accurate reporting, collaboration, and a strong ability to build sources. The role is in-person, with passion for reviving local journalism and engaging communities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a journalist with a track record of timely reporting.
• Strong narrative storytelling and fair, non-partisan journalism.
• Proficiency with digital publishing tools and emerging technologies.
• Deep beat reporting skills and wide network of sources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely reporting on assigned beats with a connective approach.
• Craft narratives that are fair, accurate, and non-partisan for readers.
• Collaborate with editors on breaking news and in-depth pieces.
• Conduct thorough research, verify facts, and cross-check information.
• Write clear, concise stories in various styles, from breaking news to features.
• Engage readers and communities to reflect their interests.

Skills

Reporting

Storytelling

Digital publishing

Social media

Investigations

Job description

Lookout Local seeks a Business and Development Correspondent for Lookout Eugene-Springfield. The role covers local and statewide business trends, taxes, jobs, and the cost of doing business in Lane County and beyond. The ideal candidate voices real people and uses data-driven storytelling to inform a regional audience.

We value fair, accurate reporting, collaboration, and a strong ability to build sources. The role is in-person, with passion for reviving local journalism and engaging communities