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The Homer News in spectacular Homer, Alaska, is looking for a General Assignment Reporter. Come work where you can do what you love and live in a place with unparalleled natural beauty!
The main function of a General Assignment Reporter is to procure information and news in digital and print formats for multimedia products in an efficient and timely manner. In this role, a General Assignment Reporter will acquire news through assignments, sources and tips. Breaking news should be organized and credible enough to publish directly to our websites when necessary. As part of a small news team working with other Alaska Sound Publishing Inc. publications, there is opportunity for advancement, including senior reporting and editing positions.
Expectations:
- Produce local news content for digital and print formats. Shooting photographs is required.
- Should be proficient at using digital tools and print / digital software.
- Must be adept at social media and new media platforms.
- Will be required to produce daily breaking news as needed, and cover some in-depth reporting and other reporting as may be assigned. About 4-6 stories a week are required, as well as producing other content for our community news and other sections.
- Must be able to focus on issues and content reflective of our readers’ values and concerns.
- Must be able to learn and understand the culture, economy and community of the Southern Kenai Peninsula, and develop sources and contacts.
- Must be able to keep up with local, state and national news. This will include perusing digital, print and local sources to establish sources.
- Must complete clerical tasks, clocking in and out, expense reporting, etc.
- Must be able to work as part of a team and independently as the workload dictates, including with staff at the Peninsula Clarion and Juneau Empire.
- Must follow all company policies and procedures, including COVID-19 safety practices. Must have a working cell phone and reliable transportation.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be properly insured.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree in journalism or the equivalent and at least 2–5 years of experience as a reporter for a news gathering entity. Experience at college newspapers or internships will be considered as experience.
- Must have advanced computer skills and a working knowledge of AP style.
- Must be proficient in PhotoShop and InDesign and be able to learn quickly the GPS news management system.
- Strong editing skills are a plus.
This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits: medical/vision/dental, life and long term disability insurance, Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs, a 401k with company match, and paid Vacation and Sick time off.
For immediate consideration, send your resume with a cover letter, three or more non-returnable clips in PDF or text format, and references to: careers@soundpublishing.com . Make sure to include “ATTB: HOMREP” in the subject line.
Sound Publishing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Visit our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com OR Homer news: https://www.homernews.com/com/