The Cape Cod Times/capecodtimes.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking an Entertainment/Dining/Things to Do Reporter to cover the vibrant Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket cultural and dining scene. Our readership is both on the Cape and Islands and beyond.The ideal candidate will bring a distinctive voice to the beat, displaying a talent for writing equal to their excitement for dining and arts. Coverage will highlight the region's rich culinary diversity from signature festivals such as Carnival in Provincetown, a gallery show with vintage motorcycles to places to dine when guests are in town and all points in-between.Cape Cod is home to more than 220,000 people in a beautiful seaside environment that offers access to many outdoor activities - on land and water. The Cape, located about an hour south of Boston, has a vibrant creative economy from music to theater and craftspeople to writers. And the Cape is home to some of the most highly regarded scientific research institutions in the world.Responsibilities:
- This beat is one of the busiest and most varied positions at the Cape Cod Times. This reporter will work in conjunction with the entertainment editor to cover dining, things to do and events that are of particular interest to the Cape and Island's diverse readers.
- Be a go-to source for the latest happenings and breaking arts/dining news.
- Tackle daily entertainment/things to do/restaurant reporting assignments that could include reporting, writing, online production assignments, social media, research and fact checking, audio and video editing and visual journalism.
- Be an expert on where to go and what to do on the Cape and Islands.
- Mine social media for the latest trends in dining and arts.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least three years of professional journalism experience.
- High-level writing, communication and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work well on deadline.
- Ability to produce content that is engaging, clean, accurate and publication ready.
- Comfort with using social media to enhance reporting and promote stories.
- Understanding of reporting ethics and sourcing.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- The position is required to live on Cape Cod.
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
Your resume - one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role. It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1