Newspaper Reporter

Northwest Ohio Jobs   ottawa, OH   Full-time     Journalism & Broadcasting
Posted on November 12, 2024

CherryRoad Media is seeking a Newspaper Reporter for:

The Putnam County Sentinel (Ottawa, Ohio)

The Ada Herald (Ada, Ohio)

Successful candidates will do work two printed editions each week, as well as daily online content/social media upkeep.

Candidates must be located in the Ottawa/ Ada area within a reasonable distance to adequately cover local events.

A reporter will gather community news, including local sports, that is relevant and addresses community needs and interest.

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK:

  • Obtain relevant information through interviews, observations, attending events, and researching documents.
  • Write accurate, fair, timely, information-packed and colorful stories. Know and use proper grammar, spelling and newspaper style.
  • Select stories that reflect reader interest, both geographically and demographically, and reflect the diversity of the community.
  • Use multimedia to tell stories through web updates, photography, blogging, etc.
  • Develop community contacts, sources and other knowledge of the community and its interests.
  • Edit, post/update content to the website and handle social media updates/management.
  • Generate story ideas.
  • Collaborate with reporter and editor colleagues in the region to set priorities based on news and opportunities to grow audience.
  • Shoot still photos and videos. Edit video for publication
  • Any other projects or assignments outlined by the editorial supervisor and/or publisher.

   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Communication skills for the ability to gather information and write articles.
  • Ability to work with required technology and computer programs.
  • Writing skills to include proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and journalism guidelines and AP style.
  • Ability to react quickly to new developments and exercise judgement.
  • Ability to manage multiple stories and deadlines.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Degree in Journalism or related field of study preferred, but not required.
  • Other combinations of education and experience will be considered.

At CherryRoad you can expect a refreshing and personal culture that encourages idea sharing and collaboration. Here your knowledge, abilities and work experience count.

At CherryRoad Media...opportunity becomes achievement.

EOE/MFDV