Reporter - Stoughton Courier Hub

O’Rourke Media Group is searching for a talented reporter to fill a full-time position in Stoughton, Wisconsin, at the Stoughton Courier Hub.

Our journalists are driven to find stories that matter to our community and are dedicated to fairness, accuracy, and ethics. The successful candidate for this position is someone who knows how to cover hard news but also loves to write about people and their passions. They know that a good interview is often a good conversation and know when to ask the tough questions, but also when to listen. The ideal candidate has exceptional writing skills and is willing to put in the extra effort and research to deliver an engaging story.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Degree or diploma in journalism, or a related field;
• At least 1-3 years of experience as a reporter with experience covering hard news and feature stories or experience at a college newspaper;
• The ability to meet tight deadlines and report the news as it happens;
• Superior language, writing and editing skills;
• Strong photography skills;
• Able to work a variety of schedules, including evenings, nights and weekends;
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle;
• Willingness to live in or near Stoughton.

If this sounds like the perfect position for you, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume, letter of interest and relevant samples of your work to Chad Richardson, Vice President of News at O'Rourke Media Group.

Company Benefits

We offer competitive compensation plans, medical, dental, vision, life insurance benefits, paid time off and our 401 (k) savings plan, which includes a company match. There is an excellent opportunity for career development and growth within the company.

The salary range is $37,000 to $40,000 to start.

About the Company

O’Rourke Media Group is a fast-growing company that owns and operates hyper-local, community newspapers, niche publications and a full-service digital agency. We are family-owned and mission-driven to save newspapers and local media companies by investing in the people, resources and technology needed to thrive for many years to come.

We currently operate in eight states with more than 30 publications and hyperlocal websites. Our News teams excel at producing unique content and useful information that fuels an engaged, growing audience across print and digital platforms. And, we have established ourselves as a top-performing sales company in the industry.

We are always on the hunt for talent that can help us grow.