Local Reporter, ARLnow

VIRGINIA PRESS ASSN; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision

Parking included

Job summary

Local News Now is seeking a go-getting, detail-oriented reporter for ARLnow, our flagship local news publication in Northern Virginia. The reporter will cover a variety of stories, primarily local business and breaking news, including reporting, photography, and creating Reels for social platforms.

We value prior reporting experience but will consider recent graduates with a solid track record. Local knowledge of the DC area and proficiency with WordPress, Slack, Notion, and multimedia tools are

Qualifications

• Experience in reporting preferred, but recent grads with a demonstrated track record will be considered.
• Prior local knowledge of the DC area is preferred.
• Familiarity with WordPress, Slack, Notion, and multimedia tools is desired.

Responsibilities

• Report on a variety of stories, primarily local business and breaking news.
• Perform photography and recording/editing of Reels for Facebook and Instagram.

Skills

WordPress

Slack

Notion

Multimedia tools

Photography

Reporting

Editing Reels

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Tools

WordPress

Slack

Notion

Job description

Local News Now is seeking a go-getting, detail-oriented and audience-focused reporter for ARLnow, our flagship local news publication in Northern Virginia.

The reporter will cover a variety of stories, primarily local business and breaking news. Job responsibilities include reporting, photography, and the recording and editing of Reels for publication on Facebook and Instagram.

We greatly value previous reporting experience, but will consider recent college graduates with a demonstrated track record of professional-level work. Prior local knowledge of the D.C. area is also preferred, as is knowledge of how to use WordPress, Slack, Notion, and multimedia tools.

This is a full-time, salaried position with health, dental and vision benefits. The salary range is $70,000 – $75,000.

Our nine-person team lives locally and works a mix of hybrid and mostly-remote schedules. This position is expected to work from our office in the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington three days per week, for collaboration and proximity to the coverage area. Parking will be provided for those with a car.

Founded in 2010, LNN is the publisher of ARLnow , ALXnow and FFXnow , the online-only local news publications of record in Arlington, Alexandria and Fairfax County, serving a population of more than 1.5 million. We are a growing, innovation-driven, locally-owned company with a national profile in the online local news space. In addition to serving our local communities, our mission-driven company also seeks to provide services to other online local news publishers.