Job description

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

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Suburban Growth & Development Reporter

The Des Moines Register/desmoinesregister.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a reporter to cover development and growing pains in the metro’s fast-growing western suburbs.

This reporter will monitor the workings of city government and schools but will focus on how new development is changing the landscape and quality of life in 70,000-resident West Des Moines, 26,000-resident Waukee (regularly rated as the fastest-growing sizable city in Iowa) and rapidly expanding exurbs.

This reporter will be expected to consistently break news about new commercial and residential developments, sift out trends before others see them and examine what’s getting built, what’s not and how that impacts the lives of residents.

Source development is critical to the beat, including city and school administrators, developers, planning and zoning officials, land use experts and neighborhood association leaders.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team. This reporter will work with reporters who cover the city of Des Moines and other suburbs to produce team enterprise about life in the metro.

This reporter will produce content specifically for social media platforms and will use photos, video and other tools to replace or supplement traditional story forms.

All of our reporters handle occasional general assignments and breaking news.

We expect anyone who works with us to be constantly improving their skills. We offer a robust internal and Gannett-wide training program.

The Des Moines Register is a 17-time Pulitzer Prize winner. Des Moines is a growing capital city, and the metro is a magnet for young professionals, attracted by an expanding job base and a vibrant cultural and arts scene.

Responsibilities:

• Use metrics and analytics to determine how to best reach and grow the audience.
• Increase digital audience and engagement and grow digital subscriptions.
• Be courageous about experimentation.
• Be a team player who likes to collaborate with coworkers.
• Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience. We will also consider candidates with strong internships.
• Two years of experience in professional journalism writing and reporting or substantial internship or fellowship experience.
• Understanding of metrics, social media and SEO.
• Solid news judgment.
• Self-motivation and self-direction.
• Top-notch planning, organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
• Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
• This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check & drug screen.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

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