General Assignment/Trending Reporter at Gannett in Lafayette, Louisiana

Job Description:

Req #40267

Wednesday, December 20, 2023 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 Lafayette Daily Advertiser/www.theadvertiser.compart of the USA TODAY Network, is seeking a curious, persistent reporter to join our team. This is not a position where the reporter simply rewrites news releases or tells simple stories.

As a General Assignment/Trending Reporter, you will play a crucial role in covering a wide range of news topics, events and trends. This position requires a proactive and resourceful journalist who can adapt quickly to different subject matters and can deliver compelling stories that resonate with our audience. The ideal candidate is passionate about staying ahead of current events, possesses excellent writing skills and thrives in a fast-paced news environment.

This reporter should be able to own the beat by becoming the communitys leading voice on issues that impact the audience directly. The right candidate should be able to develop stories from idea to publication while working in a collaborative newsroom.

The Daily Advertiser is in Lafayette, Louisiana, the gateway to Acadiana. Its the home of the University of Louisiana Lafayette and a hub for Cajun culture. The area is a jambalaya of diversity, arts and culture, food and fun. Theres always a festival, Mardi Gras celebration or cultural event to attend. In the small towns around Lafayette, youll experience the real Mardi Gras -- a tradition that involves chasing chickens on horseback and gathering ingredients for a gumbo.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or masters in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication skills, news judgment and headline-writing ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and compassion.
• Proficiency on social media platforms; including but not limited to Facebook, X/Threads, Instagram and Reddit, and experience engaging readers in this public space.
• Energetic self-starter and a fast thinker who can spot stories that matter.
• An understanding of metrics/analytics programs such as Parse.ly and Google Trends and development of story ideas derived from data.
• Understanding of SEO and other optimization opportunities and a demonstrated ability to learn new skills in social and digital.
• Ability to multitask and excel in a fast-paced environment under intense deadline pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with a team of journalists.
• Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills and knowledge of AP style.
• Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
• This role requires a valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, motor vehicle record check and background check.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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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.

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• Job Family Media
• Job Function Content Production
• Pay Type Hourly

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