On-Site General Assignment Reporter & Photojournalist

InMaricopa & InBuckeye; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

InMaricopa is seeking a curious, versatile journalist to cover people, issues and events shaping Maricopa and Buckeye. This on-site reporting position requires attending meetings, reporting from the field, and photography assignments across Maricopa and Buckeye.

You will report on local government, public safety, business, education, growth, transportation, community events, and the people of the two communities.

Qualifications

• Strong reporting, interviewing and writing skills.
• Excellent photography skills with strong composition, lighting and storytelling.
• Ability to work independently in the field and make sound news judgments.
• Comfort covering everything from city council meetings to breaking news and local business openings.
• Strong command of AP style and attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Willingness to work on-site and travel throughout Maricopa and Buckeye for assignments.
• Journalism experience preferred; recent journalism graduates are welcome to apply.
• Familiarity with digital publishing, social media and photo-editing software is a plus.
• Video/multimedia experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Report and write accurate, engaging stories across a broad range of beats.
• Attend city council meetings, public meetings, press conferences, community events and other assignments in person.
• Develop sources and generate original story ideas.
• Conduct interviews, review public records and provide context and accountability.
• Respond to breaking news and developing stories from the scene when needed.
• Take strong, publication-quality photographs as part of your reporting.
• Produce photo galleries and other visual storytelling when appropriate.
• Contribute to digital and social content as needed.
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments independently.
• Work collaboratively with editors and other members of the newsroom.

Skills

Reporting

Interviews

Writing

Photography

AP style

Social media familiarity

Photo editing

Video/multimedia experience

Tools

Photo editing software

Video editing tools

Job description

InMaricopa is seeking a curious, versatile journalist to cover people, issues and events shaping Maricopa and Buckeye. This on-site reporting position requires attending meetings, reporting from the field, and photography assignments across Maricopa and Buckeye.

You will report on local government, public safety, business, education, growth, transportation, community events, and the people of the two communities.