News Reporter

We are looking for a reporter at the Ripon Commonwealth Press (Wisconsin) who is passionate about telling stories that matter to our community — someone who is fair, accurate, and ethical.

The Ripon Commonwealth Press is a paid weekly newspaper and fast-growing hyper-local website. The successful candidate for this position is someone who knows how to cover hard news and/or sports and loves to write about people and their passions; someone who knows that a good interview is often a good conversation and knows when to ask the tough questions but also when to listen. The ideal candidate has exceptional writing skills and is willing to put in the extra effort and research to deliver an engaging story. They will be passionate about their own photography.

Qualifications for this position include:

• Degree in journalism or a related field. Recent college grads with internship or college newspaper experience will be considered.
• The ability to meet tight deadlines and report the news as it happens.
• Superior language, writing and editing skills.
• Some photography — both still and video — and associated editing software experience.
• Able to work a variety of schedules, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

If this sounds like the perfect position for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply with your resume along with relevant samples of your work to VP of News Chad Richardson at crichardson@orourkemediagroup.com.

About the Company

O’Rourke Media Group is a fast-growing digital advertising and hyper-local, community news publishing company. We currently operate in six states with a full-service digital agency and 24 publications and hyperlocal websites. We have established ourselves as a top-performing, full-service digital agency in the communities we serve and with many customers outside of our core market areas. Digital revenue is increasing at a rapid pace, we have excellent customer retention and amazing talent leading the way when it comes to strategy, sales execution, and fulfillment. You can learn more about our company at orourkemediagroup.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ripon, WI 54971