The Sioux City Journal, an innovative and award-winning news operation, is seeking a mobile journalist for our digital-first newsroom.
We offer an exciting environment in which to grow and leaders who will demand your best work. We’ve won multiple national and state awards for our journalism, including being named Newspaper of the Year by the Local Media Association in 2012 and earning a first-place finish in the National Newspaper Association’s General Excellence contest in 2010. In 2009, Editor & Publisher named us one of "10 That Do It Right."
Sioux City, with a metro area population of 123,000, is home to an abundance of parks and trails, not to mention a plethora of activities along the Missouri River. Our historic downtown district hosts a vibrant arts community. A beautifully refurbished theater and new events center attract national touring acts and Broadway productions. Our schools are terrific and our streets are safe. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy three minor league teams (hockey, indoor football, baseball).
The Sioux City Journal is a Drug-Free Employer.
The Sioux City Journal and Lee Enterprises, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Qualifications
The right candidate for this opening will be able to cover breaking news using a variety of tools, including photo, video and social media. This reporter will aggressively pursue breaking and spot news, act as a vigilant watchdog for our readers’ interests and be able to tell a good story. Our next reporter must understand journalism is changing rapidly and have the desire and skills to adapt.
Job: News
Primary Location: Iowa-Sioux City-Sioux City Journal
Organization: Sioux City Journal
To Apply:
Apply online at http://www.lee.net/careers/
Chris Coates
Managing editor, news and sports
Sioux City Journal | 712-293-4207 | siouxcityjournal.com
515 Pavonia St., Sioux City, Iowa, 51102