Job Description:

Req #40921

Thursday, February 22, 2024 Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application onGannett CareersviaDayforce.Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid.

To connect with us, visitwww.gannett.com

The website fulfillment team, Digital Presence team is accepting applications for our10-Week Summer 2024 Internship Program, which will begin on June 3, 2024. The internship experience will provide you with the opportunity to collaborate with top Digital Presence experts, gain exposure to multiple divisions (digital design, website development, SEO-friendly content, copywriting, local sales), and be assigned a mentor to guide and advise you along the way. Hours will range up to 40 hours weekly.

The primary responsibility of the Web Specialist is to design, build, and maintain websites. This internship position offers a unique opportunity to learn about web development, design, and maintenance within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will work closely with our web fulfillment team to support various projects aimed at enhancing our online presence and optimizing user engagement.

This opportunity is in-market in the Plano, Texas, or Virtual. Company laptops and office supplies are provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of web pages, ensuring they are visually appealing, user-friendly, and responsive across different devices using WordPress CNS and other platforms.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to implement SEO strategies and optimize web content for search engines.
• Support ongoing website maintenance tasks, including updating content, fixing bugs, and troubleshooting issues.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging trends in web design and development to inform project strategies.
• Assist in the implementation of web analytics tools to track website performance and user behavior, and provide insights for optimization.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide updates on project progress, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Assist in the creation and optimization of multimedia content, including images, videos, and animations, for web use.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelors degree program in Computer Science, Web Development, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with web design principles, UX/UI best practices, and responsive design techniques.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of SEO principles and web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

DEVELOP, GROW, and JOIN the next generation of talent for Gannett/USA TODAY NETWORK!

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Gannett Co., Inc.is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.

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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicants disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

Other details

• Job Family General
• Job Function Intern
• Pay Type Hourly
• Employment Indicator Internship

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