Education and Diversity Reporter

3 weeks ago


Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States The Daily News Record Full time

Job Summary: The Daily News-Record is seeking a passionate reporter with a keen eye to cover education, school board, universities, and culture in the city of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with local school systems, universities, and education nonprofits.
  • Pitch stories on education and advocacy topics.
  • Write longer-form stories about major education, advocacy, diversity, inclusion, and culture topics when needed.
  • Utilize social media to update the public and search out potential stories.
  • Complete assigned coverage from editor.

Qualifications:

  • Organized and quick writing skills.
  • Ability to communicate quickly with local school and nonprofit officials.
  • Good character and judgment.
  • Ability to keep track and take notes on emerging trends.
  • Valid Virginia driver's license.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Foreign language fluency, especially Spanish or Arabic.
  • Background and experience in journalism/reporting.
  • Experience writing content for print and web using Associated Press style.
  • Experience using social media.

Work Environment: This is an in-person, full-time position in Harrisonburg, VA with occasional hybrid/remote opportunities. The work environment is a small newsroom. The Daily News-Record offers competitive pay based on qualifications. Expected work hours are set at 40 hours per week. Flexible schedule. Candidate will be expected to work evenings and weekends when needed. This position will report to news editor Vic Young and managing editor Jillian Lynch.



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