McClatchy
Location
Myrtle Beach, SC | United States
Job description
The Sun News of Myrtle Beach seeks an aggressive, enterprising reporter to join its award-winning newsroom in one of the most desirable and fast-growing markets in the country.
Join the newsroom that exposed the predatory practice of structured settlements and changed South Carolina law. We put a premium on breaking stories first as well as investing in hard-nosed, accountability journalism that our audience can’t get anywhere else.
Ours is a competitive market, and we seek a reporter who will be excited by the challenge. And we are part of McClatchy, a digitally driven company focused on innovation, with newsrooms in 30 communities in the United States.
There are few better places to live than Myrtle Beach, where sun, sand and things to do abound. If you like the outdoors, you will love the Grand Strand area.
In our accountability and politics reporter, we’re seeking a versatile and resourceful journalist who is as skilled in public records as she/he/they are in knocking on doors to track down sources. You’ll need a passion for accountability journalism and the drive to sift through data, dig through documents and cultivate sources.
What you'll bring:
Focus on stories that build readership
Think about audience first and always, with a commitment to tactics that grow readership.
Master engaging multimedia storytelling
Demonstrate speed, competitiveness and SEO savvy through aggregating and storytelling tools
Work well in a team environment.
The successful candidate should have a college degree or equivalent work experience and be able to show a history of producing accountability journalism. Also:
Strong writing skills, excellent news judgment and a demonstrated ability to “see the story” that is going to matter to readers.
Unwavering commitment to accurate, ethical journalism.
Ability to build source networks and bring a constant flow of story ideas.
Ability to work collaboratively to aggressively tackle stories.
Comfort with a job that will be demanding, fast-paced and constantly evolving.
Facility with data, public records and business reports.
What we’ll bring:
As a journalist at McClatchy, you will join a supportive, flexible, collaborative team. McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package is made with this goal in mind. With a focus on health, well-being, wealth and daily life, our package options include healthcare coverage for employees and their families, financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses, multiple no-cost wellness resources and even coverage for four-legged friends.
Our overall benefits package also includes a 401(k) with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, and a variety of mental health benefits. With an excellent support team and with focus on your well-being as a top corporate strategy, McClatchy provides benefits to support you and your family in achieving your health and wellness goals. For more information on McClatchy's benefit plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com.
To apply, include a persuasive cover letter, your resume and four to six examples of your work.
About McClatchy:
Our impact is growing every day. 30 growing markets. Over 65 million monthly readers. 57 Pulitzer Prizes. A strong portfolio of dynamic partnerships and smart investments. Our award-winning journalism, digital reach, and commitment to innovative growth have never been stronger.
As a member of the McClatchy family, you are part of a flexible, empowering, and exciting culture dedicated to creating a work/life balance and consistent opportunities for growth—a place where you have a voice and the ability to impact our future. It’s an exciting time to be here. Our company is experiencing the most transformative period in its history. We’re growing rapidly in the digital space and delivering award-winning journalism in innovative ways.
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