Pacific Media Group has openings for full-time and part-time Kaua’i-based or O’ahu-based general assignment reporters, who will write stories for the digital news site Kaua’i Now. The positions also require some web content production and posting duties on a rotating basis with other reporters for Kaua’i Now and its sister site Big Island Now.
Pacific Media Group also is seeking freelance reporters for Kauaʻi Now.
Reporters:
The full- and part-time reporter positions require people who are self-starters and do not need constant direction. The reporters should be able to come up with quality story ideas, reliably meet deadlines, be flexible for breaking news, and be team players. At least one year of journalism experience is mandatory. Photography skills are a plus.
This is a great job for reporters who love to cover a variety of areas, including local government, crime, profiles, business, environmental and features. Work hours are flexible. Original content is about 80 percent of the job.
The other 20 percent is producing web content. This includes editing/rewriting breaking news releases and other press releases, as well as posting on social media.
While it is preferred reporters be based on Kauaʻi, the positions are available to people based on Oʻahu who are willing to travel periodically to Kauaʻi.
Freelancers:
The freelance assignments will cover a variety of areas, including local government, crime, profiles, issue stories and features. Freelancers also are encouraged to pitch their own story ideas.
Compensation:
Full-time compensation: $52,000/year + Full Benefits (health care, 401K, paid vacation and sick time)
Part-time compensation: Based on the number of hours worked. Benefits are available if enough hours are worked.
Freelance pay: Freelancers will be paid per story, with the amount based on the difficulty and time required to complete.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lihue, HI 96766