Summary:This reporter covers local and regional news, and is responsible for creating content, whether covering breaking news or creating long-term enterprise news and features content. Responsible for the speed, accuracy and quality of local information gathered and reported and disseminated in digital and print editions of the Morning Sun and in MediaNews Group publications across Michigan. Schedule is Monday through Friday, but hours and work days will vary.Content focus will be assigned primary for Union Township government, village of Shepherd, Mt. Pleasant schools and Shepherd schools; secondary responsibilities include assisting with breaking news, features and business coverage in all three counties we cover in mid-MichiganWhat you will do:Gathers information and writes journalistically sound news content for use in all media platforms, existing and futureLearns and employs all techniques for effective storytelling and beat development across all platformsPosts frequent and incremental posts as needed throughout the day online on various platformsUnderstands and engages in story aggregation and posting of linksTreats the audience as partners and engages them in developing content and sourcingMonitors audience and community feedback, and constructively interacts in traditional ways and on existing and emerging digital platformsEmploys various means for monitoring audience interest and competitor posts on relevant communities or topics, including setting up Google alerts, Twitter and RSS feedsMaintains communication with supervising editor, online team and the production hub, when necessary, and uses Google content budget documents to keep everyone informed about plans and progressUnderstands and uses hardware, software and cloud-based equipment and systems for direct-to-web production and engagement, including posting photographs, stories, databases and multimedia contentWorks remotely using a laptop and smartphone to create content and develop sourcesUses audience metrics to shape and direct content and coverage effortsBeats production deadlinesHas experience and comfort with significant institutional and cultural changeContributes to a positive culture of teamwork and collaborationExperiments with new digital tools and platformsWhat you will bring:Degree in journalism, communications or related fieldRelevant experience in news reporting and writing, shooting video, using social media, creating enterprising contentExperience covering community beatsDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong reporting, writing, organizational and story structure skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks at onceExperience using social media platforms personally and professionallyExperience creating photos and multimedia content, such as videos and audio files, for digital and print publicationsAbility to tell stories and engage audiences using existing and emerging tools and formatsExperience building, maintaining and engaging audiences, communities and sourcesAbility to work independently and remotely under deadline pressure and to prioritize tasks appropriatelyUnderstands imperatives of emerging and existing platforms, including web, mobile and printHas a vehicle, a valid driver’s license with proper insurance coverage, and is capable of driving to assignments as part of work dutiesWho we are:The Morning Sun, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is Central Michigan's best source for news, sports, commentary and community.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.“Built In Best Places to Work 2023 & 2024 Winner”#LI-AR1
