General Assignment Reporter
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**Job Overview:** The Rio Grande SUN is seeking a dedicated and versatile General Assignment Reporter to join our team. Situated in the beautiful mountains of Northern New Mexico, we cover a wide array of local news and events. This role requires a motivated self-starter who is passionate about journalism and capable of covering multiple beats, including city and county government, education, and community events.**Key Responsibilities:**- Cover a variety of beats, such as local government, education, and community happenings.- Engage in watchdog reporting, holding public officials accountable and uncovering important stories that impact the community.- Develop and maintain contacts within the community to stay informed on local issues and events.- Report beyond the surface of public meetings by identifying and pursuing deeper stories.- File and track requests for public records, utilizing the Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) to support investigative reporting.- Take your own photographs to accompany articles, requiring strong photography skills.- Handle multiple assignments at once, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and newsworthiness.- Ensure timely submission of articles, meeting weekly deadlines and working effectively under deadline pressure.- Be available for occasional in-county travel as well as work on nights and weekends to cover important events. **Qualifications:**- Experience in reporting across various beats, including government and education.- An interest in watchdog journalism is highly desired.- Familiarity with filing IPRA requests or similar records requests is preferred.- Strong photography skills are required, as the reporter will shoot photos for their own stories.- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects.- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.- Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation for in-county travel. **Salary Range:** $30,000 to $35,000, depending on experience.**What We Offer:**- The opportunity to work in a small, close-knit newsroom, nestled in the scenic mountains of Northern New Mexico.- A role that allows you to develop a wide range of reporting skills, from covering city hall to investigative journalism.- A collaborative and supportive work environment, with a focus on community-driven reporting.

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