The Advocate, Louisiana’s biggest media organization and a Pulitzer Prize winner, is looking for a business reporter for its Baton Rouge newsroom. We’re searching for someone interested in breaking stories in a competitive business news market while pursuing larger enterprise pieces that examine trends, highlight local entrepreneurs and tackle important economic issues.
Job Responsibilities
• Develop story ideas based on leads or as assigned by conducting research, investigating and observing
• Write stories using proper grammar and following AP style guidelines
• Rework pieces as requested by editors and update pieces as needed for ongoing or developing stories
• Arrange and conduct interviews
• Create relationships with people in the business community and government agencies to develop access to credible sources for future stories
•Quickly post stories online as appropriate and develop them further as needed.
• Use social media tools to develop, distribute and enhance stories.
• Help plan and execute the presentation of stories in a way that maximizes digital impact
• Regularly review metrics on story performance and develop story ideas based on top-performing content
• Meet all deadlines for projects as requested by editors
Job Skills & Qualifications
Required:
• A focus on producing accurate and factual stories
• Experience as a reporter
• Proficiency with computers and other office equipment
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