Reporter

Company: M. Roberts Media, LLC
Location: Marshall
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

Description:
ReporterJournalism can have the biggest impact at the community level, especially in more rural areas like East Texas. The Marshall News Messenger is looking for a Reporter to cover news in Marshall and across Harrison County. The focus of this job will be reporting that keeps our communities informed and highlights local happenings across the area. This Reporter will work closely with the regional editor.Responsibilities include:-- Writing two stories a day from your beat or from assigned features for our special sections or magazines -- Report on a variety of events including school districts and colleges in the Marshall/Harrison County area. -- Assist the Marshall, Panola County, and Kilgore combined newsroom, as necessary.-- Perform the role of a visual journalist, as called upon, providing photography and video to go with your stories.-- Support the copy editing and page design of the newspaper as needed.-- Work with your editor to understand analytics and what content we should be covering.We Offer:-- An excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans.-- Long term disability and life insurance at no cost.-- 401(k) retirement plan.-- A generous Paid Time Off plan.

Requirements:
Relevant skills include:-- Strong reporting and writing skills, with a focus on hard news -- Filing and editing clean, accurate copy on deadline.-- Familiarity or willingness to learn photography, Photoshop and InDesign.-- The ability to work well with others under the pressures of deadlines.Other requirements:-- Previous reporting experience is preferred.-- Candidates must have their own car, vehicle insurance, and be able to drive. We encourage all interested applicants to apply, even if they don't check all these boxes, and especially if they possess important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, we welcome your application and the chance for you to tell us about yourself. We are happy to provide additional training as needed. PI200694562

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