Reporter / Editor

$41,600 - $49,920/Yr

North Country This Week / NorthCountryNow.com - Potsdam, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Potsdam, NY

About the position

North Country This Week and NorthCountryNow.com is seeking a full-time Reporter/Editor to cover local government and general assignment stories, as well as edit a large volume of press releases. The role involves updating the website, processing photos, and page layout, making it essential for candidates to have strong writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Cover local government and general assignment stories.
• Edit a large volume of press releases.
• Update the website with relevant content.
• Process photos for publication.
• Handle page layout for print and online media.

Requirements

• Ability to write accurately and quickly.
• Excellent typing, spelling, and grammar skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with a variety of people.
• Familiarity with news writing style.
• Knowledge of St. Lawrence County NY.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in journalism or media is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Company-paid dental insurance.
• Company-paid vision insurance.
• Choice of Blue Cross-Blue Shield Health Insurance plans.
• 401k-type retirement program with company match (Simple IRA).
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Enhanced disability insurance.