Reporter Job at El Dorado News-Times, El Dorado, AR

  • El Dorado News-Times
  • El Dorado, AR

Job Description

The Eldorado News-Times is seeking a full-time reporter to develop story ideas from assignments or leads, gather and verify information, and write clear, accurate news and feature stories using a computer. Responsibilities may include monitoring communications systems for leads, taking photographs or videos, rewriting or editing stories, and performing other assigned duties. Consistent attendance is essential.
Receives assignments or develops story ideas by evaluating leads and tips, gathers and verifies information through interviews, observation, and research, writes clear and accurate stories according to editorial guidelines, may monitor communications for leads, take photos or videos, rewrite or edit stories, and is required to maintain good attendance.


Must possess knowledge of journalistic techniques and procedures, computer operations, college-level grammar, spelling, and math, as well as freedom of information and libel laws. Essential skills include interviewing, observing, organizing work elements, and effective written and oral communication. The role requires the ability to perform essential tasks under deadline-driven, stressful situations; identify and develop story ideas independently; interact well with news sources, the public, co-workers, and supervisors; and work outdoors in all types of terrain and weather, including driving at night to attend meetings and events.
A degree in journalism from an accredited college, or active pursuit of such a degree, is preferred; alternatively, five years of experience, preferably at a daily newspaper, may substitute for a college degree.


A valid drivers license and a driving record that meet company policy requirements are required. Reliable personal transportation and proof of insurance.


Our benefits package features paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal days, and parental leave to support a healthy work-life balance. We offer health, dental, vision, and additional insurance coverage, as well as long-term disability insurance and retirement plans. Employees also have access to our Employee Assistance Program and behavioral health support, which offer confidential resources for personal and professional challenges.


This is a safety-sensitive position. Candidate must pass drug screening, background and motor vehicle records checks.


We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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Job Tags

Full time, Night shift

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