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Description: The Virginian-Pilot, a 180,000-circulation daily serving Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina, is seeking a reporter to help cover the beautiful and growing Outer Banks of North Carolina. The successful candidate will be expected to out-hustle print, radio and television competitors.
Essential Functions: -- Writes compellingly, precisely and accurately for both the North Carolina section and the mainsheet, including the Hampton Roads cover and A1. -- Meets deadlines. -- Produces a regular mix of stories, including breaking news and features that give readers a taste of the unique nature of the Outer Banks. -- Contributes to convergence strategy by posting online. -- Collaborates with reporters and editors throughout the newspaper on stories and story brainstorming. -- Travels for news coverage as required. -- Writes in-depth explanatory and investigative articles that involves database reporting and Freedom of Information requests. -- Is able to work independently, covering all of Dare County in a remote bureau. -- Is a self-starter able to prioritize time and juggle multiple stories. -- Communicates frequently with editors and occasionally attends meetings in the Virginia Beach and Norfolk offices.
Minimum Qualifications: -- Track record of urgency in reporting and writing. -- Proven record of beat development. -- Precision and clarity in writing, with ability to present complicated information in a way that engages readers. -- Proven ability to work well in a team setting. -- Ability to locate and use data to inform stories. -- Track record of uncompromising accuracy. -- Ability to craft narrative stories. -- Proven ability to meet deadline and manage time. -- Ability to use data analysis tools such as Excel and Access to detect important patterns and trends in public records.
Education/Experience: -- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. -- Four (4) years reporting experience at a daily newspaper
External candidates need to register online by going to www.thevirginianpilot.com/careers, Click on Opportunities, click on Search for Jobs.
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