Reporter - Gore (Full-time Permanent)

About the role:

Are you a junior or intermediate reporter with a passion for news and a desire to tell compelling stories?  Allied Press Limited is seeking an ambitious and adaptable reporter to join our Eastern Southland team.

This full-time position will be based in our Gore office, where you will write articles and capture photos and videos for odt.co.nz, our weekly print publication The Ensign, and the Otago Daily Times daily newspaper.

You should have reporting experience or a journalism qualification, along with a strong interest in news and storytelling across both online and print platforms.  You should be enthusiastic about breaking news, covering community events, and able to work efficiently and calmly under pressure to deliver timely stories.

A valid driver’s license is required for this role.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Journalism skills, including photography and videography capabilities.
• The ability to build connections within the community and engage with a diverse range of individuals.
• A genuine passion for sharing the stories of the community.
• A commitment to fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive workplace.
• Be driven to deliver high-quality work.

 We offer:

• Access to Southern Cross Medical Insurance
• Reporters may be rostered any day between Monday and Sunday
• A permanent position within a well-established organisation
• A great opportunity to grow your journalism skills

About the Company:

Allied Press Limited has been independently owned for over 160 years, employing staff and contributors across 15 locations in the South Island.  Our organisation has significant interests in both digital and print media, as well as web and commercial print operations.

How to Apply:

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply via SEEK or reach out to Debbie Porteous at debbie.porteous@odt.co.nz for a confidential discussion.  Applications will be accepted until Thursday, 7 November 2024.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand, as Allied Press is currently unable to provide sponsorship or visa support.