Local Reporter, Ottawa; Editorial

Position: Local Reporter, Ottawa (Editorial)
POSITION OVERVIEW  The Globe and Mail is seeking two reporters to join a new local journalism initiative in Ottawa.
We are looking for reporters who understand issues that matter locally in Ottawa, with a demonstrated ability to break news, produce clear and compelling original pieces and develop high-impact coverage. Curiosity, versatility and collaboration are essential.
The successful candidate will have a strong desire to report stories that meet community needs and be eager to become part of building something from the ground up.
RESPONSIBILITIES   Frequently pitch fresh, compelling story ideas that serve Ottawa residents
Develop sources to break news and produce exclusive stories
Write clearly and on deadline
Think in multiple storytelling formats (ie video, audio and text) and participate in Globe events
Collaborate with newsroom colleagues on story ideas and the best way to tell them
QUALIFICATIONS   At least three years experience reporting for a news organization
Sharp instincts for stories that will resonate locally in Ottawa
Strong writing with versatile range - from hard news to human-interest feature to explanatory
Solid news judgment with a track record of enterprise work
Comfortable working in a variety of formats, including live blogs, newsletters, video and audio
Entrepreneurial mindset
This position is based in Ottawa and requires a minimum of two days a week in office.
Our promise to readers is that the best work comes from our own (human) curiosity and creativity - we’d like to see yours.
SALARY  This position is classified as a Reporter in Group C of the Editorial Collective Agreement.