Reporter

Summary: GrowthSpotter has an opening for a journalist to cover real estate and development in Orange and Seminole counties, the two most populous counties in the Orlando market. The GrowthSpotter role is part of a three-person team that publishes an online newsletter with original content each weekday. The Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford MSA is one of the fastest-growing and top job-producing markets in the nation. This beat includes development in and around the Disney theme parks and International Drive tourism corridor, as well as the markets in Winter Park, Winter Garden (Horizon West), Apopka and Oviedo. What you will do: Be fast and accurate: Always striving to provide readers with what we know, when we know it. Be transparent about sources of information Employ creativity every day to conceive of stories, produce or secure visuals, get sources to cooperate, corroborate facts and present information to readers in the most relevant, interesting way Maximize audience engagement with the site through use of various storytelling formats, including photo galleries, aggregation and a variety of layouts Create news and features content that is strong on grammar, punctuation, clarity and accuracy Work with data and visuals teams, as appropriate, to deepen reporting and produce data-visualization content items Operate independently when required, while at the same time working efficiently in a team dynamic Multitask and perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment What you will bring: Professional-level grasp of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation Three years of daily newspaper experience or its equivalent at a digital news operation to be considered. Experience as a business, real estate or local government reporter is preferred Knowledge of libel laws and adherence to the Tribune’s and Editorial’s codes of ethics Bachelor’s degree Up-to-date skills on various digital platforms and computer-assisted reporting techniques Knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn and other social platforms and ability to develop/follow best practices for social Basic knowledge of SEO best practices and ability to research SEO and appropriately populate fields and headlines Who we are: The Orlando Sentinel, founded in 1876, is the primary daily newspaper in Orlando, Florida. Our mission is to deliver the truth every day. We bring you the stories that matter most, written without bias, so you can make informed decisions. The Sentinel's Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism works to protect your interests, help navigate your daily life and tell the stories that connect you with the communities where you live and work. We are headquartered in Orlando, Florida, and are part of the Tribune Publishing Company portfolio. EEO Statement: 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. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TPCO/job/Orlando-Florida/Reporter_R2617. Along with your resume, please include 3-4 samples showcasing your best work. Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours #LI-MW1 We are people first. Our people are our differentiator. Together, we are reinventing an industry. Transforming the future of media we pride ourselves on sharing engaging stories that inform, inspire, and connect with readers across a diverse collection of trusted local media brands. Tribune Publishing is a leader in local, multi-platform news and information, distinguished by its award-winning, original content and high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets. We offer local news and information web sites and mobile apps offering rich multimedia experiences across the nation. Tribune Publishing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.