Digital General Assignment Reporter - Oakville, Canada - Village Media Inc.

Village Media Inc.

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you believe in the importance of digital-first, hyperlocal news coverage?

The proudly independent, digital-only Village Media network is searching for a talented and motivated General Assignment Reporter to fill a full-time position in Oakville, Ontario for our rapidly growing local news and information websites.

Has demonstrated experience writing breaking news and feature stories on a wide range of community issues, including crime and justice, politics, education, business, sports and health- Reports quickly, clearly and accurately and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines Isn't afraid to ask tough questions when required

Our journalists:

Are compelled to find stories that matter and to engage with our communities- Are committed to fairness, accuracy and transparency, and have impeccable ethics- Have exceptional writing and editing skills

Qualifications:

Degree or diploma in journalism, or related experience- Superior language, writing and editing skills, with a thorough knowledge of CP (Canadian Press) Style- Strong photography and video skills- Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends- A valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle- Familiarity with the Oakville, Ontario community will be considered a strong assetIf this sounds like the perfect position for you, we would love to hear from you To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume, along with relevant samples of your work.

About Village Media
Village Media is where local news lives — and thrives.

An ever-expanding network of community journalism websites, we cover the stories that matter most: the ones right in our backyards.

A champion of hyperlocal news and information, Village Media publishes its articles on an innovative content management system (CMS) developed in-house.

Born digital, our leading-edge company is a pioneer in its industry, continuously expanding its reach and changing the landscape of online news.