Growth and Development Reporter I
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Current Gannett Employees- Please ensure you are using our abbreviated process on the internal Careers site by logging into Dayforce through OKTAGannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth-focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations in the United States. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, uses innovation and software to enable small and medium-sized businesses to grow.The MetroWest Daily News () and Milford Daily News () seek a reporter passionate about the housing and business markets to cover the growth and development beat.The newsroom, which produces both newspapers and is part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, wants a reporter to tell the stories for the people of Framingham, Milford, and surrounding communities. This will be a person who is a curious, imaginative, and digitally savvy journalist, who can write stories that are informative, moving, enlightening, and original.The reporter will focus on all types of commercial and residential development issues, as well as the real estate market. They will be asked to look at housing, redevelopment, new and existing businesses, permitting, and zoning in a way that engages our audience and tells readers why these stories are important to them.If you're the type of reporter whose curiosity unearths an interesting story behind a seemingly routine zoning or planning board agenda item, this job is for you. This job requires an understanding of social media platforms, Google Trends, audience metrics, and SEO techniques; quick, tight, lively writing; and a competitive mindset.This reporter is expected to consistently break exclusive news, staying ahead of the competition on daily and enterprise work. Source development will be critical, cultivating contacts among residents and officials.Typical Job DutiesResearch, report, and produce accurate, compelling content that informs and engages readers.Be passionate and enthusiastic about news, developing a beat, and becoming a local authority on development.Be a curious, assertive, and self-starting journalist.Understand the standards and ethics around newsgathering and can competently execute most of its primary forms, including source interviews, use of public records, data analysis, and primary and secondary source research.Capitalize on live, breaking, and trending moments by creating quick-turn-around content for social media and other digital platforms.Use sites such as Google Trends, DataMiner, and other search tools to mine story ideas from social media and news organizations.Produce content in alternative forms (listicles, Q&As, narratives, video).Use real-time metrics to respond to user demand and reader interest.Collaborate well and can work with a team on the biggest stories. Flexibility to fill in on other beats to assist in the coverage of breaking news and other events.Able to work occasional late nights as needed by the news cycle.Knowledge and Skills:Bachelor's or master's in communications, journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.1 to 3 years of professional journalism experience.High-level writing, communication, and time management skills.Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.Understanding of AP style, reporting ethics, and sourcing.Adept at taking photos and video.This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.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.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.Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. 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