Page News and Courier seeks a general assignment reporter

The Page News and Courier is looking for a community-focused and passionate general assignment reporter to cover news for the town of Luray. The position will cover the crime beat, local education system and other municipalities in Page County, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

• This is a remote position with occasional required in-person meetings in Harrisonburg, Virginia
• Reporters will be able to have active access and dialogue with the editor, who works in Harrisonburg
• The general assignment reporter is responsible for getting to the heart of community issues
• Constructing great ledes, building strong sources and having an eye for reader interest is essential for success in this role
• While the reporter will be free to choose most of their own stories, the editor will assign specific stories when needed
• The general assignment reporter is required to communicate story pitches, works in progress and submitted articles remotely
• Pitch, research and write stories with relevant topics for the area, highlight the community and cover resident’s concerns/questions
• Pitch stories weekly through email
• Cover county, municipal, crime and fire & EMS, education beats
• Put out at least five stories a week
• Input press releases when needed
• Give midweek virtual check-ins ahead of deadline
• The reporter will be expected to work occasional evenings and weekends

Qualifications:

• Passion for telling the community’s stories and keeping people informed
• Experience writing
• Can follow Associated Press Stylebook
• Experience using social media
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license
• Must have the ability to walk long distances
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S
• Luray, VA 22835: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Salary: Pay: $15.00 – $15.75 per hour

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