What are the responsibilities and job description for the Centro Tampa Reporter (Tampa Bay Newspapers) position at Tampa Bay Times?
Tampa Bay Newspapers is seeking a full-time bilingual (English/Spanish) journalist to help head up coverage for our Spanish language publication, CENTRO Tampa.
We are seeking a self-motivated journalist who has a desire to become embedded in the Tampa Bay Hispanic community and help give it a voice by telling its stories.
The ideal candidate would have writing, editing and multimedia experience.
Responsibilities:
• Translate copy from English to Spanish quickly and accurately.
• Edit stories with clarity and speed.
• Write at least two stories each week.
• Work collaboratively with editors to orchestrate coverage for a weekly print edition.
• Regularly update and generate content for our website and social media platforms.
• Use news judgment to make story decisions that are appropriate for the audience.
Requirements:
• A college degree in journalism and experience at a newspaper.
• Editing experience is preferred, but journalists without past formal editing duties will be considered.
• Knowledge of AP style and grammar.
• Experience using a website CMS.
• Photography and multimedia skills are a plus.
• Ability to work occasional weekends.
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Please send a cover letter, resume and samples of your work (both in English and Spanish) to Executive Editor Chris George at cgeorge@tbnweekly.com. No phone calls, please.
About Us:
CENTRO Tampa is a weekly news outlet that covers the Hispanic and Latin American communities around the Tampa Bay area. It is the largest Spanish-language newspaper in Tampa Bay with a circulation of more than 40,000.
It is owned by Tampa Bay Newspapers Inc., a chain of award-winning weekly and monthly papers that serves the communities of Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando and Hillsborough counties. It is an independent affiliate of the Tampa Bay Times. This is a position with flexible hours that will include a combination of writing, editing and design. Some weekend work would likely be needed.
Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:
• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans.
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• 100% employer-paid basic life insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Tax-Deferred Savings Plan for retirement.
• A generous PTO program and much more..,