[Hiring] Courts and Justice Reporter @Postmedia Network Inc.

Role Description

Working remotely in Saskatoon with others in the Saskatoon StarPhoenix virtual newsroom, the ideal candidate is an enterprising self-starter and team player with a sense for stories that resonate with Saskatoon’s diverse readership. The candidate should be able to cultivate sources and break news on tight deadlines, while writing in a way that is clear, concise and engaging.

• Cover police, court and crime stories both in and out of the courtroom - causes, solutions, news as it happens. Previous experience with court and legal coverage preferred.
• Initiating and developing ideas for enterprise stories and projects.
• Cultivating sources and establishing expertise to break stories and set the news agenda.
• Handling other assignments and stories as required.

Qualifications

• A digital-first journalist, capable of writing clean copy quickly.
• A strong writer, with the flexibility to write breaking news, compelling features and short form along with non-traditional story formats such as explainers, Q/As and longform journalism.
• Have the drive and curiosity to dig deep and get answers.
• An ability to identify trends and drivers behind the news that allows you to explain why and how, as well as what is happening.
• A talent for explanatory journalism.

Requirements

• Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s location.
• Base Salary: $45,000 - $55,000

Benefits

• Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.
• Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment.
• Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.