Reporter

Times-Herald Publishing Corp

Estes Park, Colorado, US
Base: $20.00 - $21.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Ap style mastery
Daily newspaper experience
Video shooting skills
** The Estes Park Trail-Gazette is seeking an experienced reporter to cover local news in Estes Park and surrounding mountain communities, with a focus on town government, schools, and the Rocky Mountain National Park. The ideal candidate should possess strong storytelling skills, a degree in journalism or equivalent experience, and be prepared to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. **

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on covering Estes Park town government, schools, police, fire, and Rocky Mountain National Park.
  • Candidates must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and odd hours as news requires.
  • Compensation includes an hourly wage of $20.00 - $21.00 plus a cell stipend and mileage reimbursement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Estes Park Trail-Gazette is seeking an experienced reporter to cover local news in Estes Park and surrounding mountain communities, with a focus on town government, schools, and the Rocky Mountain National Park. The ideal candidate should possess strong storytelling skills, a degree in journalism or equivalent experience, and be prepared to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. **

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, PTO, cell stipend, mileage reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AP style mastery
  • Daily newspaper experience
  • Video shooting skills
  • Social media presence development
  • Flexible evening and weekend availability
  • Local area residency or relocation willingness

Nice-to-have

  • Unique journalistic voice
  • Enterprise story writing
  • Search engine optimization knowledge
  • Digital tool experimentation
  • Team collaboration culture

Key Requirements

  • Degree in journalism or communication
  • Experience at daily newspaper or online outlet
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Pass pre-employment background check and MVR

Work Rights

Not specified

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