Journalist

Reporter/Photographer (term) REF#: JG33569 The Brandon Sun
Location: Brandon, Manitoba
Posted: June 10, 2024
Salary:

Description

The Brandon Sun, a national award-winning news organization in western Manitoba, is now accepting applications for a full-time reporter-photographer term position in our newsroom. We are looking for talented writers to investigate breaking news and produce compelling stories and features for both our online and print products. Salary for this position is commensurate with experience, as per the company's Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Brandon Sun also offers a comprehensive and generous suite of benefits. The Sun's news footprint includes a population of more than 120,000 people. Though our newsroom is based out of the city of Brandon, we cover a large portion of western Manitoba, encompassing dozens of small and large towns, Indigenous communities and agriculturally-based municipalities. Westman is home to countless festivals and popular music concerts that showcase local, national and international artists. The Brandon Sun remains one of Canada's leading small-city dailies. As a member of FP Newspapers Inc., The Brandon Sun is a sister paper to the Winnipeg Free Press and the Steinbach Carillon.

Qualifications

We ask all reporters to be active on social media, have proficiency in still photography, and be comfortable with various forms of multimedia reporting. This position will require occasional evening and weekend work. Prior experience in a daily newsroom is an asset, but we will consider relevant work experience. The ideal candidate may also have some expertise with on-air broadcasting and/or podcasting. Other qualifications:

• Superior writing skills and strong news judgment
• Familiarity with Photoshop best practices for news publications
• A formal degree or diploma in journalism or related experience
• Demonstrated ability to cover breaking news
• Outstanding research skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

Please send your resumé and cover letter (stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board), news clippings, and photo portfolios to:

Matt Goerzen
The Brandon Sun
800 Rosser Avenue, Unit D7
Brandon, MB
R7A 6N5,
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