About this role
Within the spirit of “Making People’s Dreams Come True”, this position is responsible for identifying compelling stories in the community and informing the public in a factual, timely manner. These duties are accomplished while delivering Raving Fans customer service to both internal and external customers.
Full Time, Onsite Position
Location: Lake Sumter Landing
Benefits for full-time eligible positions:
Medical (HSA/FSA), Dental, and Vision | 401K and/or ROTH | PTO & Paid Holidays | Basic Life & AD&D | The Villages Charter School eligibility | and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Collect and analyze information about newsworthy events to write about for publication or broadcast.
- Curate a stable of reliable sources and effectively evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas.
- Gather and verify information and authentic details through interview, observation, and research.
- Translate bureaucratic lingo into clear, concise, and reader-friendly language.
- Organize material, determines emphasis, and writes stories according to style, standards and deadlines established by the editor.
- Specialize in one type of reporting, such as politics, business, etc.
- Edit and assist in editing stories for broadcast and appear on affiliated television programs or radio broadcasts.
- Occasionally write stories for The Villages Magazine.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and contribute to a healthy team dynamic.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent and six (6) months to one (1) year of related experience either in college journalism or outside experience with a daily newspaper.
- Must be computer proficient and familiar with online databases and other research tools.
- Must possess a working knowledge of news photography.
- This position is subjected to The Villages Vehicle Safety Program and its policies as it requires the use of personal vehicles for company business.
- A Valid Driver’s License with a record acceptable to company standards is required for this position.
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