Plymouth, WI based Wisconsin Newspress Inc., publishers of The Plymouth Review, The Sheboygan Falls News, The Sheboygan Beacon, and The Plymouth Review Current is seeking an experienced reporter with news editor potential.
This position is ideally suited for an experienced pro looking for a stable, flexible, and interesting home to practice high-level local journalism, but also for up-and-coming talent with a long-term interest in living in and reporting on our area.
Our coverage area includes most of Sheboygan County. There’s a lot going on, with many topics of interest: government, education, human interest, court/crime, events and more.
Sheboygan County is home to world-class leisure, arts and business facilities like Whistling Straights, Road America, Sargento, Kohler Co., and JMKAC with natural attractions like Elkhart Lake, Lake Michigan, Sheboygan Marsh, Kettle Moraine State Park, and Kohler-Andre State Park providing limitless recreational and educational opportunities for all seasons. All of this also provides for a strong and resilient local economy.
Requirements:
1. 2 years reporting experience
2. 4 year college degree
3. Experienced in finding potential stories without being assigned.
4. Willingness to cover regular governmental meetings and fill in for other reporters when needed.
5. Good photography skills
6. Good people skills
7. Self-motivated to report out the most important / interesting / fun stories in our coverage area, and hate missing out.
Position will involve layout of sections in InDesign – experience a plus, but willing to teach.
Apply by email with resume, references, and copies or links to at least 6 published articles to: reply@plymouth-review.com
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