Business Reporter Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Advocate is seeking a Business Reporter in Baton Rouge, LA. Responsibilities include developing story ideas, building relationships, posting stories online, utilizing social media for distribution, and meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate has reporting experience, social media knowledge, and proficiency with computers. Salary is commensurate with experience, with benefits offered such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
Job Description
Job Title:
Business ReporterLocation:
Baton Rouge, LAThe Advocate is looking for a savvy reporter to cover the Baton Rouge business scene for Louisiana’s largest news organization. We’re searching for someone interested in breaking stories in a competitive news market while pursuing larger enterprise pieces that examine business and consumer trends, highlight local entrepreneurs and tackle important economic issues. Job Responsibilities
- Develop story ideas based on beat reporting or as assigned
- Create relationships with people in the sports community to develop credible sources for future stories
- Quickly post stories online as appropriate and develop them further as needed
- Use social media tools to develop, distribute and enhance stories
- Help plan and execute the presentation of stories in a way that maximizes digital impact
- Regularly review metrics on story performance and develop story ideas based on top-performing content
- Meet all deadlines for projects as requested by editors
- Write stories using proper grammar and following AP style guidelines
- Rework pieces as requested by editors and update pieces as needed for ongoing or developing stories
Job Skills & Qualifications Required:
- A focus on producing accurate and factual stories
- Experience as a reporter
- Knowledge of social media, with a desire to break news and find the most unique story angles on the beat
- Proficiency with computers and other office equipmentThe Advocate is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees.
We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, Life, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paternity Leave, PTO and 401k Retirement Savings company match.
