Job description

The Athens Messenger (Athens, Ohio) is looking for a part-time general assignment reporter.

The position is a critical part of the Athens Messenger newsroom. We want someone who can go beyond meetings to find stories the community needs to know. The ideal reporter has experience in newsrooms and has a knack for creative stories – both news and features. You’ll take your own photos for stories.

Recent college graduates are urged to apply.

The Athens Messenger has a close-knit newsroom. The reporters and editors are supportive, and we want to see each other succeed. We work hard, but we are also serious about maintaining a good balance between work and life.

This newspaper is part of the Adams Publishing Group. Owner Mark Adams says: “Our Associates are our most important assets. We understand that our Associates define our company. They work with teamwork and integrity to produce the best quality product and improve all areas of Adams Publishing Group.”

The company offers a competitive salary and discretionary retirement contributions. We prize diversity in our workforce.

If you are passionate about journalism and want to grow your career, this is the place for you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Journalism: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Athens, OH (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Athens, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person