The Portland Mercury is expanding its team and seeking a news reporter with a focus on short-form reporting and breaking news, alongside opportunities for in-depth culture writing. Ideal candidates possess a natural curiosity, are familiar with Portland, and can cover a variety of issues affecting local residents. Key responsibilities include writing news stories for both online and print platforms, participating in weekly news roundups, and engaging in the Mercury's election endorsement process. Applicants must have 3-5 years of experience and a relevant portfolio within the last three years.
The Portland Mercury is hiring a full-time news reporter with a focus on short-form reporting and breaking news, plus opportunities for in-depth culture writing.
Applicants should possess a natural curiosity and cover a variety of topics affecting all Portlanders, bringing their own lived experiences to their reporting.
Key responsibilities include writing news stories for online and print, producing weekly news roundups, and participating in the Mercury's election editorial board.
Requirements include 3-5 years of experience in news reporting, a body of work published in the last three years, and the ability to write clean news copy.
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