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Gannett | |
United States, Virginia, Gannett | |
July 26, 2022 | |
Req #24264 Friday, July 1, 2022
Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer-Prize winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.
Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies Reach Local, Inc., Up Curve, Inc., and Word Stream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCAL iQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures. To connect with us, visitwww.gannett.com The Columbia Daily Tribune is looking for a sharp and social-media savvy journalist to stay on top of the community conversation of the moment, with a focus on public safety, courts and business. This reporter will rapidly respond to breaking news events or announcements in addition to spotting and capitalizing early on trending topics to grow online audience. A successful candidate will look for ways to find answers to the questions dominating local search traffic. The ability to juggle multiple assignments and contextualize happenings in real time is essential. The reporter will be expected to work with managers and use metrics and audience research to guide decisions about covering topics and issues and to engage with readers on a variety of platforms to drive audience and subscriber growth. Columbia, a growing city of 123,000 and part of a metro area of more than twice that, is Missouri's fourth-largest city. It is home to the University of Missouri and is a hub of college sports, arts and culture, and medical research. Responsibilities: Rapidly respond to high-impact breaking news with an online-first strategy. Include a multitude of voices in public safety reporting beyond law enforcement, including victims, families or community members. Follow up on and track newsworthy crime cases in the court system. Highlight new businesses in Columbia with a consumer-oriented approach. Create storytelling that accurately informs and engages our audience, providing a news product that demands attention and dominates community conversation. Be courageous about experimentation. Identify enterprise opportunities and chase them with passion. Leverage diverse tools, text, images and video to reach readers in print, digital and on social media. Be a team player who likes to collaborate with coworkers. Use metrics and analytics to increase digital audience and engagement and grow digital subscriptions. Serve as an ambassador to the community on the Tribunes behalf and actively seek to engage with marginalized portions of the community. Pitch in with stories on other topics and perform other duties as necessary. On occasion, work extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays, at times unexpectedly. News happens. Requirements: Bachelor's or masters degree in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One year of professional experience or comparable internships. A strong foundation in core writing and reporting skills and familiarity with public records. Solid understanding of how to use metrics, social media and SEO to find stories and engage the public audience on digital platforms. Self-motivation and self-direction. Enthusiasm for research and storytelling. Solid news judgment and a commitment to accuracy. Top-notch planning, organizational and time management skills. Communication, communication and communication. Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct. Ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment. A valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law. Application Instructions: Interested and qualified journalists/candidates, please apply here and upload your materials combined into one single document/file. In one file, submit a cover letter, resume, at least three references and links to 5-10 online samples of your work. Show us what youve written, produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do. *It's important that these items be combined into a single document attachment/upload (preferably in PDF format). The application will only allow one document upload. Completing these steps will ensure that you receive the highest consideration. Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicants disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.
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