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USA TODAY Co., Inc. · 13 hours ago

Texas Connect Reporter

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering communities. They are seeking a Texas Connect reporter to provide timely coverage on various topics important to Texas, including laws, politics, and community interests.

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Responsibilities

Monitor emails, social media, community groups and other sources to find stories
Monitor developing stories across news, social and other media platforms for key topics important to Texas communities
Efficiently and accurately write stories, several per day
Find, pitch and swiftly produce stories on topics of emerging interest, with a focus on what readers want and need to know
Ensure content is properly optimized for competitive search ranking and best practices for user experience

Qualification

Journalism degreeSocial media expertiseConcise writingFact-checking skillsAP style knowledgeMulti-taskingSpanish proficiencyDetail-orientedFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field
Expertise at using social media platforms; including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Bluesky
Command of concise writing, spelling, grammar, and AP style
Good fact-checking and reporting skills
Well-organized, detail-oriented and flexible
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Living in Texas and having great familiarity with its communities is preferred
Ser capaz de escribir en español

Company

USA TODAY Co., Inc.

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USA TODAY Co., Inc.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Michelle Crossman
Manager of Columbus Magazines Group- Columbus Monthly, Columbus CEO, Columbus Weddings
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Mike Reed
Chairman / CEO
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