News Director- KEYZ in ND by Townsquare Media

News Director - KEYZ, Williston, ND

Townsquare Media is looking for a reporter that has a passion for and understanding of timely, multi-platform distribution of hyperlocal news content. He or she will be able to deliver strong news reporting in a breaking news environment, and pivot to highly shareable, engaging material with a unique voice — always focused on the local area.  

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will live and breathe community journalism and possess strong news judgment and the ability to thrive in a deadline-intensive environment. 
The person filling this role should understand what makes content on the web sticky, conversation-starting and good for SEO. 
Strong writing and reporting skills are essential; multimedia skills are highly valued. 
The ideal candidate will have a knack for writing social media copy that engages an audience. He or she understands that the work doesn’t stop after hitting publish on an article—effective content marketing through clever social teases and gripping newsletter subject lines builds an audience. 
The reporter will contribute 1-3 articles per day at the direction of the News Director. 
Develop content ideas for the community based on news value, audience demand and search data 
Write 1-3 articles per day, including breaking news, police and fire coverage, business news, features, aggregation and curated pieces of user-generated content generate clever, insightful material in non-traditional story forms (think Buzzfeed), with a strong, relatable voice.

Qualifications

1-3 years’ experience in a news organization, with digital newsroom experience preferred 
Understand what makes online content conversation-starting and good for SEO
Strong writing and reporting skills with knowledge of AP style and the SPJ code of ethics
Ability to focus under pressure
Capacity for managing multiple tasks at once
Great communication skills and attention to detail are a requirement
Experience working with WordPress, HTML, Excel, Access and video

Benefits

3 weeks of PTO (+ 9 paid holidays)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Casual, high-energy work environment
Opportunity for upward mobility
Company provided laptop
Competitive salary + bonus program
Company discounts
Pet Insurance
Time off for volunteering
And much more…

About Us

Townsquare is a community-focused digital media, digital marketing solutions and radio company focused outside the Top 50 markets in the U.S. Our assets include Townsquare Interactive, a digital marketing services subscription business providing web sites, search engine optimization, social platforms and online reputation management for approximately 21,900 SMBs; Townsquare IGNITE, a proprietary digital programmatic advertising technology with an in-house demand and data management platform; and Townsquare Media, our portfolio of 322 local terrestrial radio stations in 67 cities with corresponding local news and entertainment websites and apps including legendary brands such as WYRK.com, WJON.com, and NJ101.5.com, along with a network of national music brands including XXLmag.com, TasteofCountry.com, UltimateClassicRock.com and Loudwire.com.

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Townsquare Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Townsquare Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Townsquare Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Townsquare Media’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.


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