We're looking for an enthusiastic journalist to join the team at the Sligo Weekender.
The News Reporter will produce high quality content for Sligo's best value and only Irish-owned newspaper, established in **** and published every Thursday.
Working primarily from our Sligo office, he or she will report directly to the editor, work closely with the newsroom team and represent the company in the Sligo community.
Applications will be considered from both experienced journalists and those wishing to launch a career in journalism.
The News Reporter's responsibilities will include but not be limited to
Reporting from Sligo district and circuit courts and courts from around the country with Sligo cases.
General reporting on a wide range of Sligo local stories
Attending council and municipal district meetings to report on motions brought
Writing excellent Interviews and features on Sligo-related people and topics
Representing the Sligo Weekender at local events and festivals and reporting on these
Assisting with promoting the newspaper and our other products via social media
Assisting the editor and sports editor with sub-editing, proofing and other production tasks
Working closely with the editor to develop and implement ideas for quality content
Working with the advertising team on attractive, colourful ad feature content
Undertaking various other tasks as required by the editor
Desired experience and qualifications for the News Reporter
Ability to produce large amounts of high-quality Sligo-related copy under pressure
Confident and competent user of computers
Ability to take general news photographs
A sharp eye for potential legal issues in copy
Outgoing, enthusiastic outlook, excellent communications skills and a friendly attitude
A keen news sense and an eye for a quality story, demonstrated with previous work
The desire to learn and develop your skills and abilities – which we will facilitate
Hours of work will be negotiable.
To apply to join our experienced team as News Reporter, email your CV and cover letter with examples of your journalistic work with "Reporter job" in the subject line.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday, December 4th at 4pm
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company pension
Work Location: In person