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The Barrie Advance, through funding provided by the Government of Canada’s Local Journalism Initiative, has an opportunity for a temporary full-time municipal affairs reporter to provide ongoing coverage focusing on Essa, Springwater and Oro-Medonte.

In this full-time, three-month position, the municipal affairs reporter will attend council meeting and report on stories that matter to the residents of these communities.

• Coordinate with the managing editor to generate fresh and interesting news and feature stories.
• Produce high-quality, trustworthy journalism using excellent reporting and researching skills, including data analysis.
• Produce engaging content for all platforms – print, website and social media.
• Other duties as assigned

• Advanced journalism skills with an interest in municipal affairs.
• Must be well-versed in Canadian Libel Law and Canadian Press Style.
• Relentlessly high standards; detail-oriented and deadline-driven to enable the production of succinct, clear, and accurate copy, photos and video on deadline.
• Proven news judgment.
• Strong social media skills.
• Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline driven and demanding environment.
• Must be able to work remotely.
• Team-oriented individual that can build professional relationships with team members.
• Must be prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekend

Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview of your requirements.