Photojournalist

Company: Gannett
Location: Muncie
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer-Prize winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com.

The (Muncie) Star Press, thestarpress.com, in Muncie, Ind., part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a full-time photojournalist who is skilled in photo and video and experienced in reporting to join our digital-first news team.
The successful candidate will be committed to high-quality journalism and multimedia storytelling, someone who can easily create multiple photo packages a day, capturing moments of all kinds from high school sports to redevelopment projects to tornado damage. This job requires a great deal of flexibility and interest in local news, as well as extensive coverage of high school and Ball State University sports.
The Star Press visual journalist must be comfortable working with reporters and editors to ensure images complement stories and equally comfortable working independently. We are looking for someone who is curious about all aspects of our community and self-motivated, who understands the importance of digital analytics and how journalists can use those tools to best reach audiences.
Journalism communicates vital information. It helps readers develop connections to each other and their communities, and it challenges both readers and powers-that-be to seek change. If you can do this with a camera, we should talk.

Requirements:
Core photojournalism skills (reporting, photography, and videography, editing software).
Bachelor's degree in journalism is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum experience of at least two years, which could include freelancing, internships, and college publication work.
Knowledge of AP style, command of English grammar and spelling and a fierce commitment to accuracy.
Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations.
Knows how to use social media such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to enhance reporting and promote stories.
Understands journalism ethics, sourcing and the digital-first mission.
Contributes to written - in addition to visual - news reporting as needed.
Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories.
News often requires journalists to work extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays, sometimes unexpectedly.
A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle record check and drug screen.

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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant's disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals' application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.'s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

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