General Assignment Reporter

The Effingham Daily News in central Illinois seeks a reporter to cover all aspects of local news. You'll write stories and make photos for breaking news and features, explore issues related to local government and schools, dig deep on enterprise projects, and write magazine-style pieces for several niche publications.
A journalism degree and some daily newspaper experience preferred, but we'll consider recent graduates who wrote for their college newspaper. We want a newshound who understands why local journalism remains so important to a community. Many of our award-winning reporters have moved on to larger newspapers.
Submit cover letter, resume, references, story clips and photos to the editor, Jeff Long, at View email address on us.fitly.work
The Effingham Daily News is a CNHI newspaper that publishes three days per week in print and every day online. Vehicle and clean driving record required.
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Journalism: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person