Reporter - Huntsville

Metroland is excited to be participating in Canada’s 'Local Journalism Initiative' which aims to which aims to promote local journalism in previously underserved communities in Canada.

The Huntsville Forester is seeking an energetic, keen reporter with a degree in journalism or equivalent for a unique and exceptional opportunity.

During this temporary full time contract, you will be expected to produce a minimum of 5-7 stories weekly which will appear on muskokaregion.com. Your stories will be available for upload to other media outlets and the many Metroland publication websites.

The contract ends September 30, 2025.

Deadline to apply is May 28, 2025

Annual Salary:  $37,850.13 to $56,829.84

While you work virtually, you must be available to complete interviews and take photographs in the area.

Your salary will be paid to you by Metroland through a grant from the Government of Canada.

The successful candidate will focus on civic journalism in the Huntsville and Lake of Bays areas. This may include covering Huntsville, Lake of Bays and Muskoka District councils, school boards, MAHC, law enforcement, courts, fire departments, Crown corporations, government agencies, federal Parliament or provincial legislatures.

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• A keen interest in reporting on municipal issues
• Ability to take quality photographs for publication.
• Generate fresh and interesting story ideas.
• Must be well-versed in Canadian Libel Law and Canadian Press Style.
• Coordinate with the local news editor to consistently produce interesting and local newsworthy stories told in traditional and non-traditional ways.
• Produce high-quality, trustworthy journalism using excellent reporting and researching skills, including data analysis.
• Produce engaging multi-media content for website and social media outlets, including video and audio posts.
• Travel throughout the community to capture events and information outside of structured work hours including evenings and weekends.

• At least one year of experience working in a newsroom environment
• Strong interviewing, social media and online journalism skills
• Proven news judgment and a strong work ethic
• Photography skills
• Ability to work in a virtual newsroom
• Must be prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekend
• Must have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s licence
• Strong communication skills both verbal and especially written skills (Canadian Press Style)
• Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline driven and demanding environment
• Team-oriented individual that can build professional relationships with team members

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