Summary :
Versatile general assignment journalist to work 25 hours a week and cover news-rich suburban area of Chicago for Pioneer Press, part of the Chicago Tribune Media Group.
Needs to be an aggressive reporter and skilled writer who can juggle breaking news assignments with compelling enterprise and trend pieces that are important to a local audience.
What you will do :
General assignment reporting for the Pioneer Press, primarily in the suburbs. Northwest and west of Chicago
Respond to breaking news, including crime and other law enforcement -related incidents
Cover local government meetings. Analyze issues that emerge from those meetings
Craft engaging feature stories
Take photos to accompany news and feature stories
Work shifts will vary depending on news needs, but candidates should expect some night and weekend work
What you will bring :
A track record of executing breaking and enterprise stories that demonstrate crisp writing, creative and insightful reporting and a commitment to serving the public good by exposing inequities and holding the powerful to account
Ability to meet deadlines
Proven knowledge of how government works at the local level
The ability to develop sources and the goal of becoming an authority on the area you cover
Being collaborative, creative, collegial, high energy and dogged in pursuit of the story
Valid Driver's License
Please include the following in your online application :
Submit a cover letter, resume and links to five clips that show your skills and range
Who we are :
Founded in 1847, the Chicago Tribune, is the top source of news and information in the Chicago area and the largest news organization in the Midwest.
The Tribune, winner of 27 Pulitzer Prizes, is known for its innovative investigative reporting, insightful coverage of the arts and culture, and community-leading opinion writing.
The Chicago Tribune is the flagship publication of Chicago Tribune Media Group (CTMG) which also publishes six daily suburban publications, including the Daily Southtown, Post-Tribune, Naperville Sun, Lake County News-Sun, The Beacon-News and The Courier-News, as well as more than 30 weekly community publications.
The CTMG portfolio also includes Chicago magazine, and other digital brands, products and services.
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.
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