Reporter Job at Lee Enterprises Inc, Charlottesville, VA

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  • Lee Enterprises Inc
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

The Daily Progress is seeking a full-time reporter to cover government and politics in the city of Charlottesville and surrounding Central Virginia.
Charlottesville presents an abundance of opportunities for an eager political journalist. The city is an example of the proverbial "blue dot in a sea of red" that lends itself to stories with sharply defined contrasts. The city has played a central role in Virginia and national politics as the hometown of three U.S. presidents and the home away from home for multiple others. More recently, Charlottesville was thrust into the national spotlight in 2017, when White supremacists descended on the city to protest the removal of its Confederate monuments. That deadly rally-turned-riot became a buzzword and then a rallying cry during the 2020 presidential election. In many ways, the city is still healing from Aug. 12, 2017.
The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of Central Virginia and the political landscape of the commonwealth, which is heading into its next gubernatorial race. That candidate will also have strong time management skills and sound news judgment, able to think critically and plan ahead with deadlines in mind.
Responsibilities:
  • Report daily for print and online publication.
  • Develop relationships and sources to provide coverage from a variety of perspectives, giving readers "the full story."
  • Attend budget meeting with pitches in mind for editors' consideration.
  • Attend public government meetings in person.
  • Juggle multiple stories while keeping an eye on deadlines.
Experience:
  • Writing news stories.
  • Working with other reporters and editors in a newsroom.
  • AP style.
  • SEO best standards and practices.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Charlottesville and its surrounding counties are home to more than 300,000 residents, the University of Virginia, Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, James Madison's Montpelier, James Monroe's Highland, Shenandoah National Park and much, much more. The best person for the job will not only have a strong interest in the area and its people but a passion for telling their stories.
Lee Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer. It offers a full benefits package, including a 401k plan.
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Job Tags

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