Job Description

Summary:

The Union-Tribune Community Press has an opening for a full-time reporter covering La Jolla and Rancho Bernardo/4S Ranch.

We are looking for a journalist who will immerse themselves in coverage of community news, including government-related bodies, schools, sports, businesses, local personalities, entertainment, real estate, health, and science.

What you will do:

• Create impactful stories and news reports for prominent display in print and on digital platforms
• Provide weekly meeting coverage in La Jolla and Rancho Bernardo/4S Ranch (often late afternoon or early evening meetings)
• Build a network of sources
• Be versatile, as stories will cover a variety of topics
• Write on deadline in a fast-paced environment; speed and accuracy are critical. Although the UTCP publications are weekly in print, they publish daily online. Candidates must have the ability to produce daily copy as necessary
• Pitch story ideas on a regular basis
• Take publishable photographs (good cellphone photos are fine)
• Maintain communication with a supervising editor
• Understand and use company-provided hardware, software, and cloud-based equipment and systems for company business and tasks
• Contribute to a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration

What you will bring:

• Academic degree or equivalent experience in journalism
• Command of various journalistic writing forms with solid news judgment and fluency in AP style
• Ability to work cooperatively and adaptively in a team setting
• Proven history juggling tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Commitment to the fundamentals of journalism: fairness, accuracy, accessibility
• Strong interpersonal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills and an ability to work with people at all levels of the organization
• The skill to mine human sources, documents, and data

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly range is $19.23 - $21.63 + cell phone stipend. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mysdut.com

Who we are:

The San Diego Union-Tribune is San Diego’s largest media company and its oldest business, dating back to the founding of the Union in 1868. From breaking news to local events and lifestyle features, the Union-Tribune’s diverse portfolio of publications has something for everyone in San Diego County. Explore our diverse offerings, including the award-winning San Diego Union-Tribune, the digital hub SanDiegoUnionTribune.com, and a collection of engaging community newspapers. We believe a diverse and representative newsroom is essential to achieving this goal and the San Diego Union-Tribune is committed to building a stronger, more inclusive San Diego.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

• Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here. In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter and 4 to 5 samples showcasing your best work.

Closing Date:

• Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment:

• A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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