The reporter will write and produce a cross-section of business stories with a heavy emphasis on environmental and energy-related issues.
This reporter will be expected to be an expert and discussion leader on issues related to the coal and gas industries, as well as oil production, and solar and wind energy in Michigan. The beat also includes coverage of manufacturing, agriculture and outdoors issues.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Degree in Journalism or Communications or related field required
Minimum of 2 years of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing required
Proven experience building, maintaining and engaging an active audience
Ability to work independently under deadline pressure and prioritize tasks appropriately
Demonstrated reporting, writing and organizational skills
Solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics and story structure
Experience with search engine optimization practices
Experience with using social media to source and promote content a plus
Demonstrated capability in capitalizing on high-value topics by engaging audiences in frequency and urgency
Understanding of the methods and tools used to deliver content across a variety of platforms such as Moveable Type CMS, SCC Budgeting and Archiving System, Smartphones
Understanding imperatives of multiple platforms – print, mobile, Internet, etc.
Mastery of social media and digital interaction
Proven ability to utilize a broad set of tools to tell stories and engage the audience
Ability to leverage relationships with sources to deliver content that differentiates the organization from competitors
Ability to work independently and remotely
To apply, go here.
Bloomberg News and AppliedXl have launched an artificial intelligence-powered real-time news feed covering biotech for…
Crain's Chicago Business is a leading source of news, analysis, and information on the business,…
Emma Sandler has been hired as associate editor at Agenda, a publication under the FT…
Cablefax Daily interviewed Fox Business Network anchor Liz Claman on her induction into the Cable Hall…
BBC News has hired Charlotte Edwards as a reporter covering money, work and technology. She previously was…
Reuters has promoted Hatem Maher to deputy breaking news editor for the Middle East. Maher has been…