Senior Growth & Development Reporter
Req #38068
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The News-Press and Naples Daily News are seeking an experienced reporter to cover growth and development in Lee and Collier counties in Southwest Florida.
This reporter will break news on retail, commercial and residential development in a highly competitive environment. Coverage topics will span a spectrum, from hyper-local “what’s being built on that street corner” to large-scale, mixed-use developments to post-Hurricane Ian rebuilding and re-openings.
The reporter will develop deep sources in the real estate and development industries and the agencies that regulate them and issue permits. They will be adept at acquiring and working with public records. They will report quick stories on new development as well as develop enterprising and explanatory stories on trends and impact.
The growth and development reporter will use alternative story formats, social media, video and other creative approaches to connect with audiences. They will use digital metrics to understand what’s resonating.
The ideal candidate for this position has a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field and is eager to join a hardworking, encouraging newsroom that embraces a commitment to the Fort Myers community and capturing the daily stories that make it unique. Collegiality, skilled writing, hustle and a just-say-yes attitude are a must.
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 3-6 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 Frontline Journalists
- Job Function Consumer
- Pay Type Hourly