North Bay Business Journal seeks reporter

The North Bay Business Journal, a division of Sonoma Media Investments, is recruiting for a full-time general assignment staff reporter.

We want an aggressive, creative journalist who has strong source development skills as well as a demonstrated ability to cover a broad range of stories, including breaking news, revealing features and complex enterprise stories. Computer-assisted reporting skills and the ability to engage readers across print and digital platforms will elevate you above other applicants.

This position is based in Santa Rosa, located an hour north of San Francisco in the heart of Sonoma County’s Wine Country, where a mix of cultures and issues make it one of California’s most dynamic regions.

Job Requirements:

§ Develop and write timely stories within deadlines

§ Cultivate and maintain news sources and monitor developments in the news

§ Identify photographs and graphics to illustrate stories

§ Budget stories and maintain calendar of key dates and events in assigned coverage areas

§ Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field

§ At least two years’ experience with newspaper or similar publication

§ Multimedia skills required

The North Bay Business Journal values the contribution of their employees and offers a competitive compensation plan. We also offer an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance and paid time off.

Additionally, we are committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background investigation and pre-employment drug testing. Some of the above positions require a valid California State Driver’s License, proof of insurance and reliable transportation. See job description for details.

To be considered please submit a cover letter, resume and up to six samples of your best work to: hr@pressdemocrat.comand put the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.