Reporter

​Summary:

​The Denver Post is seeking a well-rounded reporter to cover Denver city hall on its politics and public affairs team. Candidates must be self-starters and ​able to handle a range of topics, from the workings of local government to the impact of policy on residents and communities. There will be a heavy dose of political intrigue, from battles between the mayor and the City Council to the liberal city’s conflicts with the incoming Trump administration. We care about hot topics as well as the nuts and bolts, including whether trash and recycling is being picked up on time. Our ideal candidate has at least five years of reporting experience, including time covering local government, and a demonstrated ability to see the bigger picture, turn breaking news stories quickly, extract scoops from sources and develop deeper enterprise pieces. The ability to work on multiple projects at the same time, while also developing sources, is a must. It’s a plus if you’re experienced with the use of public records laws in your reporting and able to analyze data to find hidden stories. 
 

What you will do:

• Develop news sources and look for and create news story ideas in coordination with the assignment editor

• Research, observe surroundings and conduct interviews over the telephone and in person to gather pertinent information for news stories

• ​Interact with colleagues in a professional manner

• Organize information and write an accurate, clear, interesting and grammatically correct story while meeting deadlines.  Produce stories of varying complexity and form

• Seek out and report news for immediate publication on the Post’s digital platforms or for print publications

• Discuss story formulation with editors and edit or rewrite stories, as necessary

• Develop sources and check with them on a regular basis to break exclusive news

• Understand and implement SEO techniques to ensure content reaches the largest online audience

• Request appropriate photos​ and graphics for stories; work closely with visual journalists to provide clear explanations of assignments.  Shoot photos and videos when necessary and transmit them promptly for digital publication

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience

• Strong reporting and writing skills

• Ability to multi-task and work quickly to meet deadlines

• Ability to travel to report on events

• Prior newspaper experience ​

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Work Environment:

• This job ​is primarily remote although ​employees must live in the Denver metro area.  Some meetings will occur at The Denver Post offices

The hourly range is $​23.82 to $​3​5.30 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, MediaNews Group offers a comprehensive benefits package​ and 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). 

Who we are:

Through a rich history of innovation, engagement and results, Denver Post Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, continues to offer trusted guidance to our advertising partners across Colorado and beyond. 

With an unmatched portfolio of marketing solutions, we have the resources to offer a full suite of comprehensive, multimedia options all under one roof. In tandem with Adtaxi, we are Google Premier Partners, Microsoft Advertising Select Partners, and Meta Business Partners. 

Beyond all of that, we’re here to do the right thing for our clients, give back to the community around us and have some fun in the process.

“Built In Best Places to Work 2023 & 2024 Winner”

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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