Multimedia Reporter: Fast, Flexible, Breaking News

Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK

Fort Collins (CO)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Coloradoan in Fort Collins seeks a nimble journalist capable of covering court cases, wildfires and fast-breaking news across multiple platforms. The role demands strong video production skills and familiarity with reporting on social platforms.

We value innovation, collaboration, and a track record of publishing across formats. The ideal candidate can localize national/state stories, build sources, access public records, and produce video-first stories, including video-only pieces.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2–3 years’ digital journalism experience, preferred.
Able to file quickly across platforms: mobile, desktop and social media.
Strong command of AP grammar and style.
Ability to produce content that is clean, accurate and publication-ready.
Comfortable in fast-breaking, stressful situations and using social media to enhance reporting.

Responsibilities

Write quickly and clearly with a journalist's voice.
Deliver news via stories, video, newsletters and social channels.
Use metrics, including SEO, to inform story choices and beat strategies.
Identify top stories based on analytics and audience potential.
Collaborate with editors and reporters on social platforms and alternate story forms.
Be a self-starter who can lead new coverage areas and ambitious projects.