The Greenwood, SC, Index-Journal, a 15,000-circulation daily newspaper, is looking for a talented, energetic and aggressive staff writer/reporter to join its award-winning team.
The ideal candidate must understand local news matters and can convey that through stories and photos. The ideal candidate must be able to manage several beats while juggling general assignment duties. The ideal candidate must be aggressive, creative and thorough. The ideal candidate must put pride in his/her work and have a passion for journalism.
If you think this job sounds like a good fit for you, follow the instructions below. Failure to adhere to instructions eliminates candidates from the pool. Applications must be sent by June 22. Serious candidates only.
To apply:
- All candidates should apply via email at sbryan@indexjournal.com, or regular mail to Scott J. Bryan, Associate Editor, P.O. Box 1018, Greenwood SC 29648. We prefer snail mail, but will accept emails.
- All application packets should include a one- or two-page cover letter describing qualifications for the job.
- All application packets should include a resume that details all work experience, in and out of journalism.
- All application packets should include six clips: a.) two breaking news clips. b.) two features. c.) two enterprise stories, showing depth, and quality reporting and writing.
- All application packets should include a separate sheet with a one-paragraph summary of each of the six clips. The summaries can include how the story was broken, challenges in writing the story or any other pertinent information about the clips.
No phone calls, please. Since job openings here can often reach into the hundreds, we’ll contact you if we’re interested.