Summary:
The Chico Enterprise-Record is an award-winning daily newspaper located 90 minutes north of Sacramento in Northern California. We are seeking aggressive, talented reporters to join our staff. We’re looking for journalists who are flexible under deadline pressure, can cultivate sources in person and via social media, and are comfortable mining public records. Most importantly, we want people who love the profession and work well with others.
This a part-time position is for 20 hours per week. Candidate will be required to work 8 hours every Saturday. For the remaining 12 hours, you can choose two additional days: one day must be 8 hours, and the other day must be 4 hours.
What you will do:
Report on news in Chico/Butte County and surrounding areas; Photography skills a huge plus
Demonstrate versatility as stories will cover a variety of topics
Write on deadline in a fast-paced environment
Along with producing stories that are assigned, the reporter should also be able to pitch story ideas on a regular basis
Research and develop stories to the utmost accuracy
Cultivate sources both in person and via social media
Maintain communication with a supervising editor
Understand and use company-provided hardware, software and cloud-based equipment and systems for company business and tasks
Query people, mine documents and data, including public records
Contribute to a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration
What you will bring:
Strong news judgment and a natural curiosity/interest in community news
Ability to write clean concise copy that draws readers in, including nut graphs and online headlines for SEO
Comfortable juggling multiple stories of varying complexity, from quick news posts under intense deadline pressure to daily news stories and longer-term enterprise
Proficiency at using the web and social media to report stories and to share them
Excellent communication skills regardless of the platform (i.e. in-person, Slack, Zoom, email, texts, etc.)
A deep understanding of (and interest in) the working of local government (city and county) is a plus
Experience covering sports and facility with multiple language are a plus
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Benefits and Compensation:
The hourly wage is $16.50. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information:
www.mybensite.com/mng
Who we are:
With roots dating back to 1853, The Chico Enterprise-Record, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a daily newspaper connecting readers in Chico, California, and throughout Butte County with essential local news. As part of the Northern California Community Newspapers group, The Chico Enterprise-Record joins forces with sister publications like the Oroville Mercury-Register, Paradise Post, and Red Bluff Daily News to provide comprehensive regional coverage.
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EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status
How To Apply:
Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Chico-California/Part-Time-Reporter_R2495. Along with your resume, please include 3-5 clips showcasing your work
Closing Date:
Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
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At MediaNews Group, our employees are our greatest asset. MediaNews Group (MNG) was established in 1985 and has over 4,000 employees nationwide including subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates. There are more than 100 different brands within our portfolio. In addition to our print products, we are a client-centric digital organization that brings scale, precision, and sophistication to digital marketing. Leveraging the belief that people matter as much as technology, our suite of products, including Adtaxi, helps advertisers solve complex marketing challenges with custom, performance-driven solutions. Readers turn to us for all the news and information that matters to them nationwide. Adtaxi is an exclusive program with the ability to reach 196M or 95% of the U.S. wired population that was established in 2010. Learn more at www.medianewsgroup.com.
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