General Assignment Reporter
Hearst Health
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Alton • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $35,360 per year
About the role
- Cover key local issues with a focus on government, business, and community impact. Produce clear, engaging stories for digital and print platforms.
- Develop deeper, context-rich stories that go beyond the news of the day to explain why issues matter and how they affect local readers.
- Jump on breaking news as needed, providing timely, accurate reporting and updates.
- Cover evening or nighttime public meetings periodically, filing clean, quick-turn stories on tight deadlines.
- Report on crime and public safety stories as needed, ensuring accuracy, context, and sensitivity.
- Use photos, videos, live updates, and other digital tools to enhance coverage and engage audiences.
- Work closely with editors, writers, and other newsroom teams to produce impactful journalism.
- Monitor local and regional news, social media trends, and reader interests to identify strong story opportunities.
Requirements
- A portfolio of published stories (student publications or professional outlets accepted).
- Ability to write with clarity, accuracy, and authority.
- Strong sense of what makes a compelling local story that resonates with readers.
- A self-starter eager to learn, pitch ideas, and pursue stories independently.
- Willingness to work with editors and peers in a fast-paced, evolving newsroom.
- A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred, but equivalent experience and published work will also be considered.
- Familiarity with digital publishing, multimedia tools, and social media is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Competitive retirement plan with employer match in most markets
- Generous Paid Time Off, including holidays and vacation
- Paid Parental Leave for new parents
- Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Mental wellness benefits
- LGBTQ+ & inclusive health services
- Fertility coverage & menopause support
- Pet wellness reimbursement & Rover credits
- And more — click here for full benefits details.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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