Beverly Press & Park Labrea News seeks a reporter/editor

Looking for an experienced journalist with excellent reporting skills to join our team!

General Assignment reporter with 3+ years experience covering local politics, business, school boards, quality of life issues and features for award-winning local newspapers.

Responsibilities:

• Write 4-5 news stories per week
• Process news briefs and arts items
• Take photos.
• Job requires candidate to attend or cover city council meetings, school board meetings
• Write enterprising news stories.
• Pitch story ideas.
• Develop contacts with sources including government officials, community leaders, business owners.
• Social Media and website postings.

Qualifications:

• Journalism degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience.
• Excellent knowledge of A/P style, Microsoft Word, WordPress.
• Superior writing and proof reading skills required.
• Photoshop and layout skills preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and good communication skills a must.

Salary negotiable.

Send Resume and Cover Letter to: Karen@beverlypress.com

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