Breaking News Reporter

Our Team: At LNP Media Group, our work is rooted in service to our community. As a nonprofit media organization, we are dedicated to delivering trusted journalism, meaningful storytelling, and essential information that helps our community stay informed, engaged, and connected. Our mission-driven approach ensures that our reporting and services strengthen civic life and support the long-term vitality of Lancaster County.

We believe great work happens when talented people feel supported, respected, and empowered. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, curiosity, and innovation. We encourage employees to bring their ideas, perspectives, and passion to the table as we continue to evolve in a rapidly changing media landscape.

At LNP Media Group, every role contributes to our shared purpose – to serve the community through impactful journalism and responsible stewardship of a trusted local institution.

Summary: The Breaking News Reporter serves a digital-first audience that expects immediate, accurate, and high-quality coverage of events across Lancaster County. This role requires a highly mobile, versatile journalist who can report in real time using multiple formats - including text, video, photography, and social media. The reporter focuses on delivering timely, contextual, and impactful stories, prioritizing quality over quantity and emphasizing enterprise reporting and community relevance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting

·      Gather, organize, and analyze information to produce accurate, timely, and compelling stories aligned with editorial standards

·      Report breaking news in real time with a digital-first mindset, balancing speed with accuracy and context

·      Build subject matter expertise through research and development of community sources

·      Curate and aggregate relevant external content, adding value through context and explanation

·      Identify and pursue unique, high-impact stories that serve the local community

Digital & Social Media

·      Publish and manage content across digital platforms using a content management system

·      Track performance metrics and audience engagement to inform future reporting strategies

·      Actively engage audiences through social media and build a strong digital presence

·      Capture and produce multimedia content, including photos and video

·      Promote published content across relevant platforms to maximize reach and engagement

General Responsibilities

·      Collaborate with newsroom staff and contribute to a team-oriented environment

·      Maintain professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards

·      Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

·      Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail

·      Take initiative in learning new tools, skills, and supporting team efforts

·      Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

·      News Judgment & Editorial Decision-Making: Ability to prioritize meaningful, high-impact stories over volume

·      Digital & Multimedia Proficiency: Skilled in CMS platforms, social media, video, and photo storytelling

·      Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication aligned with journalistic standards

·      Adaptability & Agility: Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities

·      Analytical Thinking: Uses data and performance metrics to refine content strategy

·      Relationship Building: Develops and maintains credible sources within the community

·      Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and contributes to a positive newsroom culture

·      Initiative & Continuous Learning: Proactively seeks growth and innovation in reporting methods

·      Professionalism & Integrity: Upholds ethical standards, confidentiality, and organizational values

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·      Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Journalism, English, communications or related field is required. Foundational knowledge of news writing, journalistic ethics, and story structure. Experience producing digital and/or print content.

·      Communication Skills: Ability to write clearly and accurately under tight deadlines. Strong teamwork skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

·      Technical Skills: Familiarity with current media tools and newsroom systems (CMS, social media platforms, multimedia tools).

·      Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment as needed to perform job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

·      Work Environment: Professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Notice

LNP Media Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

LNP Media Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and during employment. Individuals who require accommodation should notify Human Resources.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Duties and responsibilities may change based on organizational needs.

This position is subject to the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement. The Employer retains all rights to manage its operations except as expressly limited by that agreement. Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to modify the agreement.