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Job Description
Role: Reporter
Department: Editorial (web)
Location: Calgary
Salary Range: $55000 $70000
Who we are
Zoomer Digital Network (ZDN) is a division under ZoomedMedia Limited and is the home of Canadas leading digital media brands including Daily Hive Curiocity blogTO Dished Offside The Peak and MobileSyrup and were looking to hire!
Who you are
You are an experienced digital reporter and storyteller with a passion for local journalism. You have an expert knowledge of Calgary and an insatiable curiosity to discover whats new and to report on people places and stories not covered by other media. Youre comfortable reporting on a wide range of topics such as local news lifestyle and culture that includes but is not exclusive to: breaking news housing and real estate events food and restaurants nightlife shopping local travel and outdoors and the history of the city.
What youll do
- Write and report on local news culture food and lifestyle topics with an emphasis on original reporting human interest stories personal narratives and storytelling related to events and experiences when appropriate.
- Flex your creative muscles by generating and pitching a regular flow of content ideas to editorial team leaders.
- Travel on assignment around the city to report on and create content and act as a brand ambassador for ZDNs brands.
- Collaborate with other team members including photographers videographers and social media content creators and participate in regular meetings via Google Meet.
- Operate in a fast paced environment with quick turnarounds and deadlines.
What you have
- Proven professional experience as a digital reporter writing news lifestyle food culture and/or other content about Calgary or Alberta.
- Ability to work independently be a selfstarter and succeed in a fast paced environment as well as work collaboratively with the team to bring ideas to life
- Excellent time management and attention to detail.
- Willingness to work unconventional hours evenings and weekends totaling 40hours per week.
- Familiarity with the Google Suite
- Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop is also an asset.
- An undergraduate or masters degree in Journalism is an asset.
What we offer
- Flexible Paid Time Off Policy to ensure youre able to get the break you need and work at an optimized level
- Opportunity for Growth
- Hybrid Work Environment
- Benefits package including dental vision and extended health starting after 3 months
We thank all applicants for applying however only successful candidates will be contacted.
**Please submit resumes as a PDF**
ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity innovative thinking inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at
Employment Type
Full-Time
