Statesman Journal / Gannett · 11 hours ago
DC-The DMV Connect Reporter
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.28/hr - $37.94/hrUSA TODAY Co. is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering communities. They are seeking a Connect reporter to provide timely and audience-focused coverage for the DMV area, including Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland, with responsibilities that include monitoring social media and producing stories on emerging topics.
ContentNews
Responsibilities
Monitor emails, social media, community groups and other sources to find stories
Monitor developing stories across news, social and other media platforms for key topics important to DMV residents, visitors and people who work there
Efficiently and accurately write stories, several per day
Find, pitch and swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, with a focus on what readers want and need to know
Ensure content is properly optimized for competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field
Expert at using social media platforms; including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Bluesky
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style
Good fact-checking and reporting skills
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and flexible
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Living in The DMV and having great familiarity with its communities is preferred
Being comfortable on camera is a plus
Company
Statesman Journal / Gannett
Statesman Journal is the primary source of news and information for our community.
Founded in 1980
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase