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The Akron Beacon Journal part of the USA TODAY Network is looking for a high-energy inquisitive staff writer to serve as our breaking/trending reporter. This position will play a key role in serving our Summit County audience by providing fast-paced engaging reporter is SEO savvy can spot high-interest topics using engagement tools like Google Trends and can work breaking/trending reporter will focus on key areas:Managing a high-volume beat while balancing ongoing longer-range breaking news coverage with speed and questions local readers are social media news feeds and other relevant sources to identify emerging national trending stories in news sports culture entertainment and social media Google trends audience metrics and SEO a competitive spirit to see their work at the top of our page view charts each day. Requirements:Bachelors or masters degree in journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience.1-3 years reporting experience preferably in a digitally focused news to detail accuracy and to multi-task and excel under deadline pressure using time role requires a valid drivers license reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check drug screen and motor vehicle record Instructions: We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve 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. Examples of at least five stories youre proud of. Try to include some that you turned quickly and that used alternative story 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.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1
