The Aspen Times seeks a news reporter

The Aspen Times wants you to work with us. We are looking for a general assignment reporter to cover beats that may include law enforcement and criminal courts, K-12 education, government, Aspen Skiing Co. and breaking news.

The ideal candidates will have superior reporting skills and the ability to provide timely explanatory pieces, quick-turn analysis of breaking news and compelling profiles of key people in the news. This job is all about details — plotting coverage, hitting deadlines, doing your homework, crafting stories that avoid the bureaucratize in reporting and driving social media engagement.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Generate 5-8 stories per week.
Contribute content to our array of seasonal magazines.
Take photos and videos, as well as create and share content on social media.
Demonstrate effective use of social media tools to source stories and drive traffic to our digital and print products.
Work well with community leaders/figures and the newsroom staff.
Be flexible in a changing, fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of digital analytics and how to use them in decision making.
Ensure accuracy, fairness and correct spelling in all reporting duties.
Follow direction and vision of The Aspen Times editor.
Make assigned deadlines without exception.
Fill in for reporting vacancies as needed.
Be ethical within the guidelines set by the editor.
Be a team player and help where needed.

Qualifications:

Journalism or communications degree
2-4 years of reporting experience
Experience with content management systems
Knowledge of AP style
Availability to work some nights and will include a weekend shift (Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday -Saturday schedule)
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must have a current driver’s license, or the ability to get one, and transportation.

Salary range: $48,000 to $50,000 (based on experience)

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Mariam Ahmed