What are the responsibilities and job description for the Northland Reporter position at McClatchy?
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Strong writing skills and excellent news judgment.
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An unwavering commitment to accurate, ethical journalism.
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An understanding of public records laws and how to use them.
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A collaborator who works well as part of a team.
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A self-starter who will develop a strong network of sources to find and pursue stories that will reach a broad audience.
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An interest in telling stories using a variety of media and engagement tools, and an enthusiasm for learning new skills and technologies.
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Fluency in the science of readership and engagement, including an understanding of metrics/analytics and an understanding of SEO and other audience optimization tactics.
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Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and the ability to take and give constructive criticism.
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Ability to work comfortably in a job that will be fast-paced, data-driven, shaped constantly by feedback and experimentation and always evolving.
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A track record for innovation, learning and using new skills and technologies, especially AI
What we'll bring:
As a journalist at McClatchy, you will join a supportive, flexible, collaborative team. McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package is made with this goal in mind. With a focus on health, well-being, wealth and daily life, our package options include healthcare coverage for employees and their families, financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses, multiple no-cost wellness resources and even coverage for four-legged friends.
Our overall benefits package also includes a 401(k) with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, and a variety of mental health benefits. With an excellent support team and with focus on your well-being as a top corporate strategy, McClatchy provides benefits to support you and your family in achieving your health and wellness goals. For more information on McClatchy's benefit plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com.
Apply: If you have experience that makes you a strong candidate for this position, we’d love to talk to you. Please include a cover letter, resume, and samples of your work.
About McClatchy:
The McClatchy Media Company features a portfolio of vibrant and trusted news, lifestyle, entertainment brands and a robust retail distribution network. Our iconic local news brands such as the Miami Herald, The Kansas City Star and The Sacramento Bee, have collectively earned a total of 57 Pulitzer prizes and are complemented by popular lifestyle and entertainment brands such as Us Weekly and Woman’s World. Together, our brands reach more than 100 million unique visitors a month,The McClatchy Retail Network, our distribution and logistics arm, offers delivery to more than 56,000 retail locations weekly.
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