This is not a traditional business writer position, but a role that will involve writing about all aspects of the tech community, including features on how this growing community spends its leisure time and money.
A strong writing ability and a curiosity about startups and entrepreneurs is more important for this position than being well-versed in technology. We’re not just writing about startups for startups, but for the broader community as a whole.
Madison is a fascinating, young-at-heart city. It is strongly influenced by the University of Wisconsin, a leading research university, and features a vibrant downtown, many distinctive neighborhoods, and a citizenry that is quirky and immersed in the quality and identity of its city.
We’re looking for a reporter who approaches the job with a new media mindset, with an ability to write a range of creative and unique stories for our digital-first newsroom, from daily news and features to profiles, curations and cover stories.
While we continue to publish a widely distributed weekly tabloid, our focus and future is digital and the spirit of innovation that comes with it. We have dramatically grown our digital audience, with a major emphasis on social media, and have begun to host community events.
The successful applicant will have at least two years of significant journalism experience, proven writing skills and demonstrated fluency with social media. In this changing digital media environment, flexibility, an innovative mindset and an optimistic attitude are essential. A bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field is preferred.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter and email five writing samples to Cap Times City Editor Katie Dean at kdean@madison.com. Deadline to apply is Feb. 4, 2016. This is a full-time hourly position.
