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  • Full Time
  • FEDERAL WAY, WA
  • This position has been filled

Website SOUND PUBLISHING, INC.

Sound Publishing Inc. is seeking an experienced newspaper reporter who would cover one of King County’s most diverse and growing cities – Renton, WA. This position is based out of our Federal Way office. The primary coverage will be general assignment stories. The schedule may require evening and/or weekend work.

We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance (med/dent/vision/life/ltd), paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), 401K with an employer match, EAP and Wellness plans.

As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to:

  • be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats;
  • produce 5 by-line stories per week;
  • write stories that are tight and to the point;
  • use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover;
  • post on the publication’s website;
  • blog and use Twitter on the web;
  • layout pages, using InDesign;
  • shoot and edit videos for the web.

We are looking for a team player willing to get involved in the local community through the publication of the weekly newspaper and daily web journalism. He or she will have a commitment to community journalism and everything from short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; be able to spot emerging issues and trends; write clean, balanced, and accurate stories that dig deeper than simple features; develop and institute readership initiatives.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Must be proficient with AP style, layout, and design using Adobe InDesign; and use the publication’s website and online tools to gather information and reach the community. Must be organized and self-motivated, exceptional with the public, and have the ability to establish a rapport with the community.

Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work, showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops with your resume submission.

Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com