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Temporary / General Assignment Features Reporter

Advance Local
Portland, OR
Full-time

Job Description

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our mission to strengthen and empower the communities we serve.

One day, you might be posting about the latest trending stories that social media is buzzing about. The next you might be interviewing a local performer about an upcoming concert.

And the next, you might be checking out the offerings of a just-opened food cart, then talking about the food on camera for a TikTok video.

The Oregonian / OregonLive in Portland is looking for a temporary general assignment features reporter who can write lively and informative stories on a variety of topics.

Our talented and collaborative Life & Culture team is looking for someone with energy and enthusiasm who understands what makes for a compelling story, is willing to raise their hand for assignments, and who has a special interest or experience in food, arts and culture and pop culture writing.

An ability to balance quick turnaround stories with more thorough and in-depth content that explores Oregon’s diversity is imperative.

This is a six-month position with a flexible start date.

What you'll get the opportunity to do :

  • Report and write a wide range of stories about lifestyles, arts and culture, pop culture and food
  • Jump in to help with breaking news and fast-developing stories
  • Take photos and video that can be used in stories and on social media
  • Collaborate closely with our social media and visuals team to leverage social media to build interest in your stories
  • Be flexible to work nights and weekends

The ideal candidate will have :

  • Internship experience at a major publication and / or a college degree in Journalism or similar field
  • Minimum of 2 years of journalism experience with a proven ability for clear, engaging writing, fresh story framing and diverse sourcing
  • Solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
  • Headline writing skills
  • Experience responding in breaking news situations
  • Ability to collaborate on projects
  • Ability to work independently and remotely
  • Understanding of metrics and how to leverage platforms to reach maximum engagement
  • This job requires reliable transportation to meet with sources or cover events

Interested but not sure you are the ideal candidate? We encourage you to apply and let us decide.

Position is remote / hybrid. In office as needed.

Extensive computer use required. Flexible hours required. We are a remote first work environment.

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