The Journal continues to grow as one of the most used and trusted sources of news in Ireland and is now looking to hire an experienced news journalist who has a track record of breaking stories and providing in-depth coverage of important news events.
The role will entail
* Producing exclusive and original news stories
* Reporting on the day’s most important news, focusing on fresh angles and followups
* Responding to major breaking events
* Working closely with newsdesk editors to provide sharp and insightful coverage and analysis of the day’s biggest stories
* Identifying and delivering must-read content which deepens a general audience’s knowledge of what’s happening in the news
The successful candidate will
* Have the ability to increase The Journal’s output of exclusive stories
* Identify key stories and angles to interest The Journal’s audience
* Be passionate about news-gathering and telling audiences the must-know stories of the day
* Have a network of contacts and sources across a range of areas of Irish life
* Have excellent writing and storytelling skills
* Have a proven record of breaking major stories that help set the Irish news agenda across a range of topics
* Be a self-starter who can work well with editorial desk
* Liaise with other reporters on stories, bringing their expertise to elevate the whole team’s output
Application
Please apply by email with a cover letter and up-to-date CV to jobs@thejournal.ie with Application: News Correspondent in the subject line.
Closing date for applications is midnight on 25 February 2025.
Skills required
* At least three years’ experience in a news journalism role
* Excellent contacts across various sectors
* Excellent news judgement
* Proven ability to self-start and deliver on original stories
* Comfort with and expertise in the production of online content
* Knowledge and experience of Ireland’s legal framework around defamation, publishing and copyright
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