Local News Reporter-Grand Island, NE

Local News Reporter-Grand Island, NE The Grand Island Independent is seeking a journalist with the ability to cover a wide variety of topics, including local news and features. One day you may interview the family of a crime victim, another day cover a business opening or react at the drop of a hat to cover a fire, accident, natural disaster or local government issue. This is true local journalism where you can make an impact on the community. Grand Island has a lot going on. You may be called upon to report for other central Nebraska Lee properties as needed. Core responsibilities include writing stories for digital and print, taking videos and photos and optimizing content for the web and social media to engage and grow our digital subscriber base. If you are able to write clearly, develop sources and take initiative to find stories, this may be the role for you. The successful candidate will be proficient in reporting and writing according to AP style and digital platforms. Preference will be given to candidates with a journalism degree, although internships and experience will be considered.New graduates/journalists are welcome to apply. Independent provides an opportunity for journalists to learn and grow. This position includes some night and weekend hours. The ability to produce timely reports in today’s instant digital news environment is a must. Why Join Us? Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities.We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match.We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents. Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents. Lee Enterprises is a leading provider of local news and information and a major subscription and advertising platform, with daily and weekly newspapers and rapidly expanding digital products serving 114 markets across 25 states. Our core commitment is to provide valuable, intense local news and information to the communities we serve. For more information about Lee, check us out at Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We respect and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about Lee, check us out at We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lee Enterprises