Summary:

The Virginian-Pilot/Daily Press seeks a driven and digitally proficient City Reporter to cover Newport News and Hampton. This role requires strong news judgment, collaborative skills, and a passion for impactful journalism. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to serving a large and diverse audience across various platforms.

What you will do:

Cover Newport News and Hampton, building a strong beat through effective sourcing and engaging with both those in power and those impacted by their decisions

Deliver a variety of content, including breaking news, features, and in-depth stories, while utilizing audience engagement metrics to enhance your work

Collaborate with the audience, data, and visuals teams to optimize content and produce data-driven visualizations

Thrive in a fast-paced environment, producing diverse content formats such as photos, web updates, and print stories

What you will bring:

Strong news judgment, collaborative approach, and commitment to accuracy and speed

A deep understanding of city beat reporting, including its diverse range of story opportunities

Digital proficiency and experience using audience engagement metrics to inform content strategy

Ability to collaborate effectively with various teams, including audience, data, and visuals

Adaptability to a fast-paced environment and capability to produce diverse content formats

A college degree and preferably at least two years of experience in daily journalism

Who we are:

The Virginian-Pilot is an award-winning news organization reaching a growing audience across multiple platforms. We're dedicated to serving our readers with innovative journalism and fostering a collaborative environment where our journalists can thrive. The Virginian-Pilot delivers comprehensive news coverage across a vast region, from Richmond to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, including statewide and hyperlocal news. We strive for journalism that matters. Our reporters have earned national acclaim for their in-depth investigations and commitment to holding power to account. We cover a dynamic and diverse region in southeast Virginia, encompassing the world's largest Navy base, vibrant cities, sprawling suburbs, and miles of beautiful beaches.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TPCO/job/Norfolk-VA/City-Reporter_R2359. Along with your resume, please include a cover letter and a minimum of 3 clips showcasing your work, including a way around the paywall if there is one

Closing Date:

Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation

Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or in-person meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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