Central Bucks County Reporter II

Gannett   Langhorne, PA   Full-time     Writing / Editing
Posted on April 13, 2024
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Monday, January 8, 2024
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The Bucks County Courier Times is looking for a journalist to join our newsroom as our Central Bucks County reporter, focusing on one of our largest and most dynamic school districts and the communities it serves. There are countless stories to tell as this area has a changing school district, expanding commercial corridor, trending popular downtown, dining and entertainment centers and new housing developments in one of our fastest -growing areas. This position is an essential part of the newsroom and the reporter will produce daily and enterprise content. This position generates breaking news stories, spots trends and reports on daily events. Responsible for reporting and writing accurately for style, grammar, spelling, meaning, length and completeness on deadline. Position also requires multimedia work, including video and photos. Candidates should have at least two years' experience. 

Responsibilities:

  • Use metrics and analytics to determine how to best reach and grow the audience.
  • Increase digital audience and engagement
  • Be a team player who likes to collaborate 
  • Develop a wide network of sources
  • Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Two years of experience in professional journalism writing and reporting or substantial internship or fellowship experience.
  • Understanding of metrics, social media and SEO.
  • Solid news judgment.
  • Self-motivation and self-direction.
  • Top-notch planning, organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
  • This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
  • Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check & urinalysis drug screen.

Application Instructions:

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

  1. Your resume – one to two pages.
  2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
  3. Links to 6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

 

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

 

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Other details

  • Job Family Media
  • Job Function Content Production
  • Pay Type Hourly

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Langhorne , PA
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