Reporter jobs in Meriden, CT

The New Britain Herald, a daily newspaper in central Connecticut, is looking for a city reporter to join our award-winning team. The successful candidate will have experience at a daily or weekly newspaper in a news reporter role, or similar experience with a college newspaper. This reporter will cover the city of New Britain, our top beat, along with the smaller towns of Berlin and Newington, with a focus on government, schools, live events and more in an accurate, well-reported manner that dives deeper into what's happening.

Requirements for the job include a working knowledge of AP style, good people skills, dependability and to be able to turn in stories on a tight deadline. Must have a valid driver's license and a dependable vehicle. Knowledge of InDesign would be a plus. Ability to speak/write Spanish or Polish is also a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Journalism: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person