Entry-level reporter opening @ North Carolina newspaper

The Stanly News & Press, a 9,000-circulation newspaper published three times a week and located about 45 minutes from Charlotte, has an opening for an entry-level staff writer.

Applicant should have the ability to handle multiple tasks, including work for newspaper, magazines, video and website updates. Photography skills a plus. Some night and weekend work required.

Mail clips, resume, at least 3 references and salary expectation to B. J. Drye, editor, The Stanly News & Press, PO Box 488, Albemarle, NC 28002, or email to bj[at]stanlynewspress.com. No phone calls.

Entry-level reporter opening @ Chapel Hill, NC newspaper

A new weekly newspaper in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is looking for a full-time reporter. The free newspaper will be called The Week, published by Chapel Hill magazine, and initially have a circulation of 7,000.

The right candidate should be able to grab readers' interest on a variety of topics and turn in bright, sharp, copy. We are a part of the community we cover, so candidates must be local. Media experience is strongly preferred, but entry-level candidates will be considered as well.

Email cover letter, resume and clips to danshannon@chapelhillmagazine.com. No phone calls.

Reporter job @ North Carolina newspaper

The Salisbury Post, a 20,000-circulation daily newspaper in Rowan County, N.C., seeks a reporter to cover police and emergency services and to serve as the primary provider of content for its website, www.salisburypost.com.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, inquisitive and competitive in an environment where web and mobile technologies have made breaking news coverage a bigger priority than ever before. This reporter will be expected to write quickly, take photos and shoot and edit video, often filing from the field. This reporter will be comfortable using social media to engage readers and keep them informed. He or she must be able to balance those responsibilities with finding and telling the stories behind the news.

Send a cover letter detailing why you are the right person for this job, a resume and work samples to News Editor Scott Jenkins at sjenkins@salisburypost.com or P.O. Box 4639, Salisbury, NC 28145.

Entry-level reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Avery Journal-Times, a 5,300-circulation weekly newspaper, is seeking a full-time staff writer.

The position involves court reporting, feature writing, hard news writing and copy editing, as well as administrative duties and attendance at governmental meetings. Applicants should demonstrate attention to detail, a positive attitude, people skills, a respect for deadlines, time management skills and computer skills, as well as be willing to take on more than one dozen story assignments each week. Previous journalism experience and/or related university studies is preferred.

A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required. The advertised job features competitive benefits and pay. E-mail resume, two writing samples, photography samples and three references to: sam.calhoun@averyjournal.com. Or mail to: Sam Calhoun, Editor; The Avery Journal-Times, P.O. Box 1330, Newland, NC 28657.

Journalism jobs @ North Carolina newspapers

A few newspapers in North Carolina are currently seeking reporters:

Stanly News & Press is seeking an energetic general assignment reporter. The reporter must have a love for community journalism, skilled at developing sources and telling stories that matter to readers-both online and in print. Ideal candidates will have a strong knowledge of AP style and news media, photography experience. References required. To apply send resume, cover letter and work samples to: B.J. Drye, Editor The Stanly News & Press, PO Box 488, Albemarle, NC 28002 or email to: snaponline25@carolina.rr.com. No telephone calls, please.

Jefferson Post, a community newspaper that publishes twice a week in the beautiful foothills of West Jefferson, NC, seeks a general assignment reporter to cover municipal and county government, crime and courts, and write features. A college degree in communications or English is helpful but not required. This is an entry-level position that offers the right candidate a chance to hone their craft and prepare for a career in journalism. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a great quality of life in a dynamic and growing community. Send resume and three to five clips to Cliff Clark, The Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, N.C. 28694, or cclark@jeffersonpost.com. No phone calls please.

Elizabeth City Daily Advance is seeking a news reporter to cover the education beat in our 5-county coverage area. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, plus reporting experience. The Daily Advance is staffed with talented journalists committed to local news. We offer a professional working environment. Our staff also enjoys the benefit of living in a scenic coastal region, rich in history with a vibrant community identity. The Daily Advance, a member of the Cooke Communications group, offers competitive pay and benefits. Send clips and resumes to: Mike Goodman, Editor, The Daily Advance, P.O. Box 588, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 or e-mail: mgoodman@dailyadvance.com .

Entry-level sports reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Mount Airy News, a 9,200-circulation daily newspaper near the North Carolina-Virginia border, is seeking a sports and general assignment reporter to cover local prep and community sports and handle varied news and feature assignments.

Great opportunity for a self-starter who wants to learn the newspaper and writing business and be at the forefront of community Web journalism. Photography experience a definite plus. Competitive compensation package and a wonderful quality of life in a great community in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Send resume and 3 to 5 clips to John Peters, Editor, The Mount Airy News, 319 N. Renfro Street, Mount Airy, N.C. 27030, or jpeters@mtairynews.com. No phone calls.

Sports reporter job @ North Carolina newspapers

The Elkin Tribune and Yadkin Ripple, two community newspapers in North Carolina, are seeking a full-time sports reporter for covering prep and community sports. Primary responsibilities include receiving and writing game reports; interviewing, reporting and writing feature and enterprise stories; and photography. A college degree is preferred, but not required. A competitive wage is offered plus full benefits. To apply, e-mail resume, clips and examples of photographs to elkeditor[at]elkintribune.com.

Entry-level reporter @ N.C. weekly newspaper

The Alleghany News, a weekly community newspaper located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina in Sparta, N.C., seeks a general assignment reporter.

Reporter will cover local government, school board, feature stories, spot news and some sports coverage as needed. Digital SLR photography and Macintosh computer experience a plus. Knowledge of AP style necessary. Some nights and rotating weekend work required.

Great opportunity for a self starter beginning a journalism career or an experienced journalist wanting a less hectic pace from the daily grind. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including a scenic locale close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and other recreational and cultural attractions.

Send resume and 3 to 5 clips to: Ron Brown, General Manager, The Alleghany News, P.O. Box 8, Sparta, NC 28675 or email to manager@alleghanynews.com

Raleigh News & Observer seeking young journalists

The News & Observer in Raleigh, N.C., is seeking talented early-career journalists for reporting opportunities in its network of nine twice-weekly community newspapers. These popular papers, which offer news and feature coverage of fast-growing areas in the Research Triangle Park region, are delivered with The N&O to subscribers and as stand-alone community newspapers with advertising inserts to non-subscribing households.

Community staff journalists are expected to generate a healthy mix of hard news and features stories each week (usually 4 to 6 stories, plus briefs) on wide-ranging subjects such as municipal government, growth and development, crime, profiles, community events and everything in-between. They work in collaboration with N&O colleagues to plan coverage and share content; these jobs are excellent opportunities to grow, shine and advance.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, and one to two years reporting experience at a daily or community newspaper, or equivalent. Ability to work on deadline, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have expertise with editorial production software and an aptitude for mastering new applications.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

Please send letter of interest, resume and three work samples to jstark@newsobserver.com.

Journalism jobs in North Carolina

• The Monroe, N.C. Enquirer-Journal, a 7,000-circulation daily newspaper, seeks an entry-level reporter. We're looking for a curious, hard-hitting writer who knows how to form relationships to get in-depth stories. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to write concisely and on tight deadlines, have a solid grasp of AP Style and can hit the ground running. A love of covering government and court happenings is a must! This position is ideal for writers with experience at weeklies, eager college graduates or experienced journalists with a love of small-town reporting. Please send your resume and five clips to City Editor Alan Jenkins at ajenkins@theej.com.

• The Wilson Times, a daily newspaper covering Wilson, N.C., seeks a general assignment reporter. We’re looking for someone who values community journalism. Drive and enthusiasm are important to us. We’re seeking someone capable of producing in-depth reporting projects, cultivating sources and providing solid beat coverage as the position will encompass a number of different subject areas. Send resume and clips to Jon Jimison, editor, at jjimison@wilsontimes.com.

• The Thomasville Times, a thrice-weekly newspaper located in Thomasville, N.C., is seeking two freelance writers - one to cover general assignments and one to cover sports. Some newspaper or magazine writing experience preferred, but not required. Excellent opportunity for recent college graduates in journalism or communications or writers looking for supplemental income. Must live in or near the Thomasville area and be available for some night and weekend assignments. Send resume and writing samples to editor@tvilletimes.com.

Entry-level reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Elkin Tribune, a community newspaper that publishes three times a week in the North Carolina foothills, seeks an entry-level reporter to join its newsroom.

A journalism degree is preferred, but not required. The successful candidate should be able to produce clean copy, be willing to learn, and be able to aggressively work beats that will include city government, education and law enforcement. Wages and benefits are competitive.

Send resume and clips to Cliff Clark, 214 E. Main St., Elkin, NC 28621 or e-mail them to elkeditor@elkintribune.com. No calls.

Sports reporter job @ North Carolina newspaper

The Stokes News, a weekly community newspaper located in Stokes County, N.C., is seeking a sports writer/general assignment reporter. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing sports copy and photos for a weekly sports section. Must have the flexibility to also cover assigned news stories. Submit resume with any supporting documents to sfenner@thestokesnews.com.

Reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Star, a small daily newspaper in Shelby, North Carolina, seeks a news reporter.

Reporters shoot, edit and post videos, post and update stories on our website and send out breaking news alerts throughout the day. This beat is primarily county government but there are plenty of opportunities for enterprise, breaking news and crime reporting. Some rotating evenings and weekend hours required.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and experience working at a newspaper. Send cover letter, resume, and links to clips to Editor Megan Ward, mward@shelbystar.com.

Sports reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Wilson Times, a daily newspaper about an hour from Raleigh, N.C., seeks a sports reporter.

Duties include writing game stories, features and columns as well as some photography, pagination and Web projects. Coverage ranges from community and youth sports to Atlantic Coast Conference schools.

Send resume and clips to Paul Durham, sports editor, at paul@wilsontimes.com.

Reporter job @ N.C. weekly newspaper

The Alleghany News, a weekly newspaper located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina in Sparta, N.C., seeks a reporter to cover local government, school board, feature stories, spot news and some sports.

Send resume and clips to: Ron Brown, General Manager, The Alleghany News, P.O. Box 8,
Sparta, NC 28675. Or e-mail to manager@alleghanynews.com.

Entry-level reporter @ Raleigh area newspaper

The Garner Citizen, a small newspaper located near Raleigh, N.C., seeks an early career reporter to write stories and produce content for its weekly newspaper and website.

"This new full-time position will work closely with editors fielding assignments while developing enterprise and watchdog stories," the ad states. "Hours and coverage areas vary, requiring flexibility. This reporter will write stories on breaking news, community events and/or local meetings. Newsroom experience and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite are a plus. Experience with social media, multimedia, HTML/CSS, and video are preferred."

Send clips and resumes to: paul@garnercitizen.com or via mail to News Editor, Paul Tambasco, The Garner Citizen, P.O. Box 268, Garner, NC 27529.

Entry-level reporter job @ N.C. newspaper

The Stanly News & Press, a thrice weekly newspaper in Albermarle, N.C., seeks a general assignment reporter with a focus on crime and courts.

"The reporter must have a love for community journalism," the ad states. "Be skilled at developing sources and telling stories that matter to readers-both online and in print. Ideal candidates will have experience at a community newspaper or collegiate student newspaper, but recent graduates and retirees are also encouraged to apply ... The Stanly News and Press offers a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work with an outstanding staff."

Send resume, cover letter and work samples to B.J. Drye, Editor, The Stanly News & Press, PO Box 488, Albemarle, NC. You may also e-mail the same package to the snaponline25@carolina.rr.com. No calls.

Entry-level reporter job in N.C.

The Stanly News & Press, a thrice-weekly newspaper in North Carolina, seeks an entry-level general assignment reporter.

"Ideal candidates will have experience at a community newspaper or collegiate student newspaper, but recent graduates and retirees are also encouraged to apply," the ad states. "Competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work with an outstanding staff."

To apply, send a resume, cover letter and work samples to B.J. Drye, Editor, The Stanly News & Press, PO Box 488, Albemarle, NC. Or e-mail the same package to the snaponline25@carolina.rr.com.

Entry-level reporter job @ NC newspaper

The Carteret County News-Times, a tri-weekly newspaper in Morehead City, N.C.,seeks a community news reporter.

"Photo skills a plus," the ad states. "A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in journalism. You must have the ability to work in a busy, deadline-driven team environment, show strong writing skills and command of AP style, multi-task and organize projects."

By July 12, send resume and writing samples to The News-Times, attn: Beth Blake, P.O. Box 1679, Morehead City, N.C. 28557, or e-mail digital resume and samples to beth@thenewstimes.com. 

Location: North Carolina