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The Valley Gazette
Location: Barry’s Bay, Ontario
Posted: July 18, 2017
Deadline: August 18, 2017
Salary: not stated
Description
The Valley Gazette is a progressive, award-winning community newspaper located in beautiful Barry’s Bay, Ontario. The paper is distributed throughout Eastern Renfrew County and beyond.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill a journalist/editor role within our newspaper. This exciting opportunity includes generating new story ideas, interviewing residents, visitors, business owners and community leaders, as well as editing, attending events/meetings, photography and more.
As an independent community newspaper, we cover a wide array of stories and events, from late breaking news to localized features. Our ideal candidate is community oriented and preferably has roots in a small town; they meet deadlines, are personable and, of course, are talented writers/photographers.
Qualifications
- A degree or diploma Journalism (asset) or related work experience
- Strong writing and grammar skills
- Strong interviewing skills
- Experience in photography
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Experience in managing various social media accounts
- Has a flexible schedule
- Owns a reliable vehicle
Applications from interested candidates, along with three writing samples, can be forwarded with a cover letter – stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin’s Journalism Job Board – to:
Michel Lavigne, publisher
The Valley Gazette
E-mail: michel@thevalleygazette.ca