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Mediahuis

Journalist - Drogheda Independent

Dundalk

FULL TIME & CONTRACT

August 27, 2024

Job Title:

Journalist – Drogheda Independent (hybrid)

Function:

Publishing

Department:

Editorial

Reporting to:

Group Editor

Role Purpose

The role of the general reporter is to report local news content through print in the Drogheda Independent and digitally through Independent.ie. The general reporter will report directly to the Editor, work closely with colleagues as part of a team, and will represent the Drogheda Independent and Mediahuis Ireland to a very high standard.

This is a full-time specific purpose contract with an estimate duration of 4-6 months. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid model, with a combination of remote work and work from our Dundalk office.

Role Responsibilities (Overview)

Reporting as per markings from the Editor, focusing mainly on the Drogheda and wider Louth area
Local interviews and feature-writing to a high standard
Report at council meetings as per rota and provide a high standard of copy
Represent the Drogheda Independent at various local events, festivals, community groups etc.
Work closely with local photographers
Edit the content to a very high standard ensuring that all material published meets the legal and quality standards set out
Work closely with the Editor in developing new ideas

Experience & Qualifications (Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge)

Must have high level of proficiency with P-Series Atex system (following familiarisation and training)
Must have a strong understanding of digital and print media content
Must have a full clean driving licence

Skills

Demonstrate an appetite to increase market-share and develop the Drogheda Independent and Independent.ie brands as the leaders in news coverage
Excellent communication skills required
Excellent writing and editing abilities
Ability to work on own initiative
Good computer skills
Can work under pressure in a performance driven environment
Tenacity with a ‘can do’ attitude
Must exhibit learning agility and adaptability
Detail orientated
Ability to make decisions in line with company policy on own initiative
Strong collaboration and cross functional working together

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Mediahuis Ireland values the enrichment that comes from a diverse workforce and seeks to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the rights of each individual. We are committed to fostering an environment of equality, diversity and inclusion in our organisation and welcome applications from all individuals. Additionally, we can make reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability during the recruitment process.

Mediahuis Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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