MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST

Observer-Reporte - Washington, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, PA

10,001+ employees

About the position

The Observer-Reporter is seeking a multimedia journalist to join its team, responsible for delivering vital news, sports, and feature stories to the community of Washington and Greene counties. The role emphasizes effective digital storytelling and collaboration within a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and employ all techniques for effective digital storytelling.
• Maintain clear communication with the editor.
• Meet daily deadlines with content for print and digital audiences.
• Contribute to a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration.
• Create content with print and digital audiences in mind.
• Work on special projects for the newspaper.

Requirements

• A college degree, but other experience will be considered.
• Strong reporting, writing, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience with newspaper page design.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and reprioritize assignments as needed.

Nice-to-haves

• An interest in talking and meeting with people.
• A love of the community and sharing perspectives with others.
• Good audio and visual skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic newsroom environment.
• Engagement with the local community.