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The Gull Lake Advance weekly community newspaper in southwest Saskatchewan is looking for a talented reporter/photographer for its award-winning independent, locally owned publication to start immediately. We offer a diverse portfolio opportunity for any young writer looking to gain experience. We have thriving oil and gas and agriculture sectors, a lively arts and sports scene and a community filled with interesting feature opportunities.
Qualifications
- Ability to produce 5 to 10 quality stories per week.
- Sound news judgement.
- Comfort with Quark XPress or InDesign.
- Strong digital photography skills.
- Familiarity and comfort with online tools including social media.
Chosen candidate will be expected to work a flexible schedule. Must have a valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
Type of Writing
- Press releases
- Commentary
- Headlines or captions
- Regular column or feature
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Finding information
- Computer use
Additional Skills
- Knowledge and use of computer software material
Fields
- Tourism
- Sports
- Provincial affairs
- Police and courts
- News items
- Civic or municipal affairs
- Agriculture
- Health, medical
- Environment
- Economy
- Education
- Art or graphic arts
Specific Skills
- Write news stories for publication and broadcast
- Arrange for and conduct interviews as part of research, for publication or for broadcast
- Collect information through interviews, investigation and observation
Work Setting
- Weekly newspaper