Music writer

The Tennessean is seeking a talented energetic writer to join our award-winning music team in Nashville. The Tennessean owns coverage of Music Citys chief export country music as well as Nashvilles exploding Americana rock Christian hip-hop and indie music scenes. Were looking for a versatile reporter that can break news across all of these genres write engaging features and smart analysis stories about Nashvilles ever-changing musical landscape. That includes stories focused on the intersection of lifestyle content and coverage of Nashvilles music scene because music is not just what sets us apart its part of our successful candidate will have strong entrepreneurial skills and at least three to five years of experience and a passion for storytelling across an array of digital and social media this role you will:Research write and report on compelling journalism that continuously grow our audience by informing and engaging as a public ambassador through community outreach and connect with readers through social live video to spotlight breaking news and high interest eventsProvide thoughtful analysis of complex issues. Produce watchdog journalism that leads to real time metrics to respond to user demand and reader interestWork with newsroom leaders to shape storytelling to meet audience needs and interests on every to the communitys greater good through impactful what you need:Bachelors degree in journalismExperience working for an online-only news website newspaper or magazineSolid communication and time management skillsExperience with video production and editingMust be able to work well on deadlineA valid drivers license with reliable transportation is also requiredHow To Apply: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. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired 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 The Tennessean and NashvilleThe Tennessean is the states largest news organization and is a fast-paced collaborative operation full of ambitious journalists in every stage of their careers. Reporting frequently leads to rapid change at the state and local levels and the newsroom frequently wins national awards such as the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Awards grand prize and the Scripps Howard Award in breaking news. The Tennessean was named one of E&Ps 10 That Do It Right two years in a office is located in the heart of Nashville one of the most vibrant cities in the country. Music City more than lives up to its name and its live music offerings are supplemented by three professional sports teams a vibrant food scene and abundant things to do. Middle Tennessee is rapidly growing and attracting a variety of new businesses on a regular basis.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1