Education Reporter

Summary :

The Virginian-Pilot is seeking an Education Reporter to cover a region with diverse public k-12 school districts and world-class colleges and universities. This high-impact role focuses on watchdog journalism and compelling storytelling, requiring creativity, resourcefulness and impeccable news judgment.

What you will do :

Deliver investigative, explanatory and feature stories on education topics

Produce diverse content including photos, videos, tweets, web updates, and in-depth print articles

Cultivate sources at all levels in public k-12 divisions and higher ed institutions

Drill down on national and state education issues to reveal local impact

Collaborate with reporters, photographers and editors

Thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to breaking news

What you will bring :

A collaborative, team-oriented approach

A passion for in-depth reporting and storytelling

Proficiency in various content creation formats

Ability to work weekends and occasional breaking news shifts

A college degree and at least two years of daily journalism experience (preferred)

Who we are :

The Virginian-Pilot is an award-winning news organization reaching a growing audience across multiple platforms. We’re dedicated to serving our readers with innovative journalism and fostering a collaborative environment where our journalists can thrive. The Virginian-Pilot delivers comprehensive news coverage across a vast region, from Richmond to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, including statewide and hyperlocal news. We strive for journalism that matters. Our reporters have earned national acclaim for their in-depth investigations and commitment to holding power to account. We cover a dynamic and diverse region in southeast Virginia, encompassing the world’s largest Navy base, vibrant cities, sprawling suburbs, and miles of beautiful beaches.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

EEO Statement :

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply :

Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position hereAlong with your resume, please include 4-5 clips that showcase your best work.

Closing Date :

Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment :

A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation

Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and / or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

This position entails occasional in-person training sessions and / or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves to the site

Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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