The Gettysburg Times seeks a traditional news reporter with strong command of the English language and the ability to write productively during every shift. Our ideal candidate will have direct news reporting experience and/or solid coursework in traditional journalism at the college level. Some editing or pagination experience a plus. Full-time with advancement opportunities.
Duties
- Research and investigate news stories to gather accurate information.
- Cover local meetings and community events as assigned.
- Conduct interviews with sources to obtain quotes, background and insights.
- Generate story ideas that interest you and will engage our audience.
- Write 8-12 clear, concise articles per week.
- Self-edit content for accuracy and adherence to style guidelines.
- Adhere to general standards of journalistic ethics and professionalism.
Qualifications
- Degree in journalism, communications or a related field preferred.
- Experience or keen interest in journalism, news reporting and feature writing a must.
- Photography or editing skills a plus but not required.
- Ability to work and write on deadline.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and comfort as an interviewer.
- Genuine interest in the fabric and issues of small- town community life.
Apply Now
- Apply via email with a brief cover letter and resume to: dthomas@gettysburgtimes.com and kluvison@gettysburgtimes.com. We are part of the privately owned and locally operated Sample News Group family of community newspapers.