Memphis, TN, USA Req #39140

　　Thursday, August 31, 2023

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　　The Commercial Appeal / CommercialAppeal.com, part of the USA TODAY Network, is seeking a reporter to cover Ford and FedEx, one of the most high-profile beats in the newsroom.

　　This reporter will cover Ford's massive BlueOval City project, which will include electric truck and battery plants and is expected to transform the West Tennessee region. We're looking for coverage that shows the impact on the region, especially the small rural communities surrounding BlueOval City.

　　This reporter is also responsible for covering FedEx and the logistics industry. This area is a major logistics hub, home to 30,000 workers from FedEx, the region's largest corporation and a significant global player based in Memphis. FedEx is undergoing a major consolidation after a turbulent year, and this reporter will help examine the impact on Memphis and Memphians.

　　With both Ford and FedEx, we're looking for a reporter who will elevate coverage beyond traditional business reporting.

　　The Commercial Appeal, the region's dominant news organization, is located in Memphis, population 630,000. The CA covers Shelby County, a vibrant, diverse county of 1.1 million people where Memphis is the county seat. In addition to FedEx, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, International Paper and AutoZone are international companies based in Memphis. The entertainment and food scenes are unrivaled, and Beale Street is an iconic entertainment district. The city is also home to the NBA's Grizzlies.

　　Responsibilities: Creates storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms through the use of metrics. Works toward becoming the community's leading voice in area of expertise. Promotes personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand. Report quickly, clearly and accurately and deliver news, via stories, video, Facebook, X, Instagram or any other methods available to reach our audience. Use metrics to inform story choices and shape beat strategies. Cultivates a beat. Requirements: Bachelor's or master's in communications, journalism or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+years of writing/journalism/newsroom experience. Strong command of AP grammar and style. Strong copy-editing skills and the ability to produce content that is clean, accurate and "publication ready." Is passionate and enthusiastic about news and content that will work well with audiences on social platforms. Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations. A desire to grow and develop a key beat in our newsrooms. Is comfortable using social media such as X, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat to enhance reporting and promote stories. Understands reporting ethics and sourcing Excels in a fast-paced news environment and understands the digital-first mission. Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories. This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check and drug screen. We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

　　Your resume - one or two pages, samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

　　It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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