Daily Journal

The Daily Journal in Kankakee is searching for a Life Editor to join the team. In addition to overseeing the newspaper's Life section and working as editor of Lifestyles of Kankakee County (the Journal's quarterly magazine), this role is also heavily involved in the day-to-day production of the newspaper. This position is full-time and hybrid (in the downtown Kankakee-based office Monday through Wednesday and then working remotely Thursday and Friday). Requirements include: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field. At least one year of experience in news editing and news writing. Possession of strong news judgment. Responsibilities include: Overseeing the Life section of the Daily Journal. Overseeing production of Lifestyles of Kankakee County (four times per year). Assisting in overseeing the newspaper production. Copy edit stories from other reporters/wire. Write feature articles and news briefs (this includes conducting interviews and working on deadlines). Email your resume and relevant writing samples to tleddin@daily-journal.com. Once the application is submitted and reviewed, you will be provided a copy editing test prior to an interview being scheduled. Interviews will be scheduled upon appropriate completion of the test. The ideal candidate will provide an enthusiastic energy to both the newsroom and community, possessing skills as a reporter, writer, photographer and more. The qualifications and skills required are: • A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media or any related field preferred • Previous work experience in journalism or a related field preferred • A working understanding of Microsoft and Google programs pertaining to email and document sharing • An understanding of social media engagement, both as an individual reporter and as a representative of the Daily Journal • Proficiency in AP style and a firm grasp on grammar and punctuation • Excellent written and oral skills, both in interviews and any potential audio or video work • Integrity, reliability, accuracy and fairness • The ability to work on deadlines, including working with page designers • A valid driver’s license and vehicle are required The Daily Journal is located in Kankakee, Illinois, roughly a one-hour drive south of Chicago, and proudly covers all of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties, as well as portions of Will and Grundy Counties. Competitive wages are offered based on experience Benefits included: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Fuel reimbursement

Do you love sports? Are you passionate about community and the role the sports you love can play in it? Then the Daily Journal is the spot for you. The Daily Journal is actively seeking a full-time sports reporter to join our dedicated staff ahead of the 2024-25 prep athletic season. Our reporter will be dedicated to covering a variety of area sports, primarily high school, with some college and professional sprinkled in, to our 22-high school and two-college coverage area. The ideal candidate will provide an enthusiastic energy to both the newsroom and community, possessing skills as a reporter, writer, photographer and more. The qualifications and skills required are: • A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media or any related field preferred • Previous work experience in journalism or a related field preferred • A working understanding in the Adobe Suite, primarily InDesign and Photoshop • A working understanding of Microsoft and Google programs pertaining to email and document sharing • An understanding of social media engagement, both as an individual reporter and as a representative of the Daily Journal • Proficiency in AP style and a firm grasp on grammar and punctuation • Excellent written and oral skills, both in interviews and any potential audio or video work • The ability to communicate with student-athletes of different ages and levels of communication skills • Integrity, reliability, accuracy and fairness • The ability to work on deadlines, including working with page designers • A valid driver’s license and vehicle are required The Daily Journal is located in Kankakee, Illinois, roughly a one-hour drive south of Chicago, and proudly covers all of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties, as well as portions of Will and Grundy Counties. Competitive wages are offered based on experience Benefits included: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Fuel reimbursement Applicants may be asked to copy edit a sample story and also convert a sample box score into a sports brief. Send a resume to Mason at mschweizer@daily-journal.com

Do you love sports? Are you passionate about community and the role the sports you love can play in it? Then the Daily Journal is the spot for you. The Daily Journal is actively seeking a full-time sports reporter to join our dedicated staff ahead of the 2024-25 prep athletic season. Our reporter will be dedicated to covering a variety of area sports, primarily high school, with some college and professional sprinkled in, to our 22-high school and two-college coverage area. The ideal candidate will provide an enthusiastic energy to both the newsroom and community, possessing skills as a reporter, writer, photographer and more. The qualifications and skills required are: • A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media or any related field preferred • Previous work experience in journalism or a related field preferred • A working understanding in the Adobe Suite, primarily InDesign and Photoshop • A working understanding of Microsoft and Google programs pertaining to email and document sharing • An understanding of social media engagement, both as an individual reporter and as a representative of the Daily Journal • Proficiency in AP style and a firm grasp on grammar and punctuation • Excellent written and oral skills, both in interviews and any potential audio or video work • The ability to communicate with student-athletes of different ages and levels of communication skills • Integrity, reliability, accuracy and fairness • The ability to work on deadlines, including working with page designers • A valid driver’s license and vehicle are required The Daily Journal is located in Kankakee, Illinois, roughly a one-hour drive south of Chicago, and proudly covers all of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties, as well as portions of Will and Grundy Counties. Competitive wages are offered based on experience Benefits included: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Fuel reimbursement Applicants may be asked to copy edit a sample story and also convert a sample box score into a sports brief. Send a resume to Mason at mschweizer@daily-journal.com

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