Morning Breaking News Reporter

We're looking for a morning breaking news reporter who relishes the rush of breaking news, especially in Central Arkansas. You’ll be at the forefront of fast-moving stories, interviewing sources, verifying facts, and writing clear, concise briefs on tight deadlines. You’ll also track updates as events unfold, providing our readers with timely, accurate information.

Chase leads, conducts interviews, and digs for details on fast-developing stories across a range of topics.

Write crisp, accurate briefs that get vital information to readers fast.

Follow up with sources and file updates to keep coverage thorough and reliable—our readers count on it.

Keep an eye on wire services and social platforms for breaking news that affects our region and beyond.

• Will seek out new stories and sources
• Can produce strong copy while covering important stories on tight deadlines
  
  Can illustrate stories with vivid photos and videos
• Is comfortable with technology
• Is focused on the audience
• Is familiar with Associated Press style and media law

The candidate should have the ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

This is an on-site position. Candidates must be able to work in the Democrat-Gazette’s downtown Little Rock newsroom 5 a.m.

- 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our morning breaking news reporter also works closely with the night breaking news/police reporter and will be cross-trained to handle other tasks on the online team.

A degree in journalism or a related field is desired with at least one (1) year of professional experience in writing news stories. Two (2) years’ experience, preferably at a daily newspaper or television station, may be substituted in lieu of a college degree.

Our benefits package includes paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal days, and parental leave. We offer health, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage, along with long‑term disability and retirement plans. Employees also have access to our Employee Assistance Programs for extra support when life gets complicated.

Candidate must pass drug screening and background checks.

The Arkansas Democrat‑Gazette is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, disability, age 40 or older, or genetic information, including family medical history or any other legally protected class or status.

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