Reporter

MRT Media Group; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dependent care reimbursement

Mental wellness benefits

Inclusive health services

Fertility coverage

Pet wellness reimbursements

Job summary

Midland Daily News, part of Hearst Newspapers, is seeking an energetic reporter to own the community beat in Midland, Bay City, and the surrounding Great Lakes Bay Region. You will dig deep into government, local life, and events, reporting for both digital and print audiences with a focus on integrity and engaging storytelling.

You will produce breaking news and long-form features, collaborating with editors and producers to adapt stories for social media and video formats.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Own the community beat — keep readers informed, engaged, and inspired across 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.
• Balance breaking news with feature writing and pivot as needed when news breaks.

Skills

News reporting

Writing

Interviewing

Video storytelling

Deadline-driven

Curiosity

Public affairs

Self-starter

FOIA requests

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Job description

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

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 Do

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 You’ll Bring

• 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 We Offer

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.

• 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.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship: This position does not provide immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the U.S. without immigration sponsorship.
• Accommodations: We are committed to an accessible application process. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact [e-mail] . This email address is for accommodation requests only.

We support our employees through personal and professional development and promote physical, financial and emotional wellbeing for employees and their families. Our benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental and vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with a matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave to support growing families and new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Mental wellness benefits to support your emotional wellbeing.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for individual needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Support throughout different stages of your health and family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: Support to help keep your pets happy and healthy.
• And more: Learn more about additional benefits and details here .