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What they do
A Reporter investigates and reports on news events and stories. Gathers information from interviews, site visits and background research, and writes reports for news and media outlets. May edit news stories or write news commentary. Covers a particular territory or specializes in a topic such as politics, sports, on an industry. Works for a news service or media company, or works freelance and takes assignments from news organizations.
$54,477 / year median in Nebraska
-14% projected decline
Job Description
The St. Paul Phonograph-Herald is seeking a motivated full-time community journalist to produce news content in the communities we serve. This position includes writing features, covering government meetings, and assisting with page design and social media. Candidates should be outgoing, creative, and able to work independently. Strong writing and interviewing skills are important, and photography skills are a plus, but we are willing to train the right person. This position offers a competitive salary along with a flexible work week at our office in St. Paul, Nebraska. At the Phonograph-Herald, we are committed to hyper-local journalism and have a reputation for telling our communities' stories in a unique way. If you have a passion for rural America, want to work as part of an enthusiastic team, can think outside the box, and want the freedom to tell stories you find interesting, this is the opportunity for you. If interested, please send a resume and writing samples to mt@phonographherald.com or The Phonograph-Herald, P.O. Box 27, St. Paul, Nebraska 68873.