Reporter

Midland Daily News; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Midland Daily News in Midland, MI, part of Hearst Newspapers, is seeking a General Assignment Reporter to cover the community beat with accuracy and curiosity.

You will report on local government, politics and community life for digital and print, deliver fast breaking news and long-form features, and develop video storytelling and social media skills in a collaborative newsroom.

Qualifications

• Degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Proven news reporting experience — internships and campus media count.
• Natural curiosity and a passion for covering public affairs.
• Excellent writing, interviewing, and organizational skills.
• Experience and proficiency in video storytelling.
• Self-starter who thrives under deadline pressure.
• Bonus: FOIA/public records requests experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the community beat — report on breaking news and long-form features for digital and print.
• Deliver accurate, compelling stories with speed and clarity.
• Preview and cover community events.
• Source stories by building local connections.
• Collaborate with editors and digital producers to optimize storytelling for digital audiences, with video and social media focus.
• Juggle breaking news with feature writing and adapt as news breaks.

Skills

Writing

Interviewing

Organizational skills

Video storytelling

Public affairs coverage

Attention to deadlines

Education

Journalism/Communications degree

Job description

Job Description

Reporter

Midland, MI, United States

General Assignment Reporter – Midland Daily News

Be the voice of a community. Report with purpose. Grow with Hearst.

Make a Real Impact with Every Story

Join a newsroom where your reporting truly matters. At the Midland Daily News, we don’t just chase headlines — we shine a light on what matters most to our community. We're looking for an energetic, curious, and driven storyteller who’s ready to dig deep, break stories, and capture the pulse of local government, politics, and community life in Midland, Bay City, and the surrounding Great Lakes Bay Region.

This is more than a job. It’s your chance to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom that values storytelling, integrity, and innovation — and yes, we like to have fun while doing it.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll own the community beat — keeping readers informed, engaged, and inspired. Whether it’s covering breaking news, or crafting long-form features, you’ll produce impactful journalism that resonates across digital and print platforms.

• Deliver accurate, compelling stories with speed and clarity.
• Preview and cover community events.
• Source stories that matter by building strong, local connections.
• Collaborate with editors and digital producers to optimize storytelling for digital audiences with a focus on video storytelling and social media engagement.
• Juggle breaking news with feature writing — and know when to pivot as news breaks.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Proven news reporting experience — internships and campus media count!
• Natural curiosity and a passion for covering public affairs.
• Excellent writing, interviewing, and organizational skills.
• Experience and proficiency in video storytelling.
• A self-starter who thrives under deadline pressure.
• Bonus points for experience with FOIA/public records requests.

What You’ll Get In Return

We believe journalism is a team sport. That’s why you’ll work in a collaborative, mentorship-driven newsroom with real opportunities for growth — all while helping shape the future of local news.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, mission-driven environment — no two days are the same.
• Ongoing skills training on the latest digital and storytelling tools.
• Competitive compensation with room to advance your career.
• A team that listens — your ideas and voice matter here.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with competitive matching
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Mental health & wellness support
• Fertility, menopause, and LGBTQ+ inclusive health benefits
• Pet wellness reimbursement and Rover credits
• Monthly child & dependent care assistance

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About The Midland Daily News

The Midland Daily News, a Hearst-owned newspaper, is the daily source of news for Midland County, Michigan. Located in the heart of downtown Midland, we’re committed to delivering trusted journalism that strengthens and reflects the Great Lakes Bay Region.

About Hearst Newspapers

With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.

Be a part of something bigger–Your Headline Awaits

and help us tell the stories that shape our cities, inspire action, and keep the community informed.

Your next great byline starts here.

About Us

Hearst Midwest Media Group’s features seven dominant newspaper brands in Michigan and Illinois – covering the communities of Midland, Huron, Big Rapids, Manistee, Alton, Edwardsville, and Jacksonville. The mixture of daily and weekly publications, and network of go-to websites provide hyper-local coverage, entertainment, and a serious journalistic commitment to watchdog and investigative reporting that impacts the areas they serve. In addition to its journalism, the organization provides innovative, unique advertising and marketing solutions for local and regional businesses to grow and succeed.

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