Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or relevant professional experience., Good understanding of journalism principles and newspaper operations., Excellent grammar, spelling, and writing skills., Ability to work flexible hours and handle multiple tasks accurately..

Key responsibilities:

Write news briefs assigned by editors.

Take photographs at local events when needed.

Perform errands and other duties as assigned by editors.

Support newsroom functions to ensure smooth operation.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: The Post and Courier - Charleston, SC

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

To write news briefs and to perform other clerical functions to keep the newsroom functioning smoothly. This position will work with our newsrooms in the Pee Dee, York County and Beaufort County. Office location would be in one of these markets or our Spartanburg newsroom.

Responsibilities:

Write news briefs assigned by editors
Take photographs at local events, when needed
Perform errands as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by editors

Requirements, minimum education level, and experience:

Bachelor’s degree or appropriate professional experience
Must be able to deal courteously with public at all times
Basic understanding of the principles of journalism and operation of the newspaper
Must be able to work flexible hours

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent command of grammar/spelling and a meticulous approach to writing
Effectively use computer technology
Able to complete multiple tasks accurately within deadlines
Handle jobs as they arise in the newsroom that may be outside the scope of daily duties
Excellent keyboard skills

Physical Requirements: