Hiring Henderson County Reporter at Gannett, Hendersonville

The Hendersonville Times-News – sister paper to the Asheville Citizen Times – is seeking a standout journalist with at least three years of reporting experience to fill a key role in its newsroom. The right person will be adept at breaking news and hard-hitting stories, seeking out tips and trends, as well as diving into deep enterprise and projects.

T he reporter will be the watchdog over Henderson County and Hendersonville city governments, writing impactful stories that will reach beyond meetings to include stories of people who live and work in a county that ranges from urban to rural to agricultural, with a focus on holding those in power accountable.

This reporter should have a strong social media presence and be eager to work in a digital-first newsroom.

The coverage areas are far-ranging, including food and dining, environment, real estate, business and social justice issues, and access to housing, health care and government. The reporter will also focus on recovery from Tropical Storm Helene, which devastated the region.

We look to go beyond reporting from an institutional level to focus on real people and solutions. Our mission is to make communities better.

This beat, as all coverage areas, aims to tell stories about every resident, inclusive of all genders, races, physical and mental abilities, ages, religions and ethnicities.

Typical Job Duties

• Tells stories that accurately inform, engage and enlighten our audience.
• Provides thoughtful analysis and produces watchdog journalism that leads to change.
• Demonstrates clear, concise writing skills and an emphasis on “why this is important to me.”
• Works with editors and analytics to evaluate what’s working and what’s to develop ongoing plans to better satisfy audience needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues on projects or on breaking news.
• Photographs and films video to provide all appropriate elements for stories.
• Provides great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions.
• Promotes personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand.
• Writes clear, fast and accurately in turning coverage of meetings/proceedings into readable storytelling, including stories in alternate format, such as Q&A, What to Know, timelines, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in experience and education related to journalism.
• Three or more years of experience in daily deadline reporting.
• Strong news judgment; commitment to develop and maintain sources; outstanding research skills; ability to meet deadlines, take initiative, receive constructive feedback and work as part of a team.
• Fluency in AP style.
• Attend in-person meetings – including City Council, County Commission and Board of Education – and quickly and concisely report on deadline.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and stories in a fast-paced environment.
• Adept at using social media to report, tell stories, engage readers and cover breaking news.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

About the Hendersonville Times-News

The Hendersonville Times-News is a daily newspaper in Western North Carolina, and sister paper to the Asheville Citizen Times. Hendersonville is a vibrant community near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. It is home to the some of the nation’s most visited and most visited outdoor recreation areas, including Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Recreational Forest, the Davidson River and hundreds of waterfalls. It contains popular spots for mountain biking, hiking and kayaking, fishing and many more outdoor pursuits. Henderson County is home to top restaurant and breweries, and art, live music and theater.

How To Apply:

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