News Reporter

The Monitor; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local news organization is seeking an entry-level lead reporter based in Helena, MT. The role involves covering city council meetings, conducting interviews, writing articles, and ensuring journalistic integrity. Candidates should have a strong background in reporting and a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage with the community through news reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong reporting, interviewing, and news skills.
• Excellent writing and editing ability.
• Knowledge of journalistic ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and with a team.
• Competence in digital tools and multimedia storytelling.
• Experience in local news reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend city council meetings and local events.
• Report on emerging developments and conduct interviews.
• Research as needed and write articles.
• Fact-check content and take editorial advice.

Skills

Reporting skills

Interviewing skills

Writing ability

Editing ability

Digital tools competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Job description

Role Description

This is a full-time lead reporter position, most likely based in Helena, MT. We're actually hiring for two reporting jobs at the moment -- one will cover East Helena and the surrounding area; the other will mainly cover the northern part of Jefferson County. You'll be responsible for attending city council meetings and various local events, reporting on emerging developments, conducting interviews, researching as needed, writing your articles, fact-checking, and of course, taking editorial advice. Commitment to ethical journalism and accuracy is essential, as is the ability to communicate clearly, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality content.

Qualifications

• Strong reporting, interviewing, and news skills
• Excellent writing and editing ability
• Knowledge of journalistic ethics and integrity
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively and with a team
• Competence in digital tools and multimedia storytelling
• Bachelor\'s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• Experience in local news reporting is a plus

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

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