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A local source for news and information since 1965, The Cape Cod Chronicle is always on the lookout for talented people to join our team.

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Current Job Postings

Staff Reporter

The Cape Cod Chronicle, the Lower Cape’s only independent news outlet, is hiring a full-time staff reporter to round out our editorial team. The best candidates will have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience; strong writing and photography skills; local housing and reliable transportation. Full-time salary and benefits are included, along with the chance to work in the vibrant newsroom of a strong, locally-owned newspaper. Flexible work options and remote work opportunities are provided. Send resume and cover letter to Alan Pollock, alan@capecodchronicle.com, by Sept. 30. The Cape Cod Chronicle is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

STAFF REPORTER -- Job Description

Reports to:   Editor
Status:       Part-time to full-time
Terms:       To be negotiated, commensurate with experience

Overview:
A part- or full-time position of general assignment reporting for The Cape Cod Chronicle.

Requires:
Strong writing skills. Ability to produce clear, concise, engaging copy that requires minimal editing
Journalism experience. Knowledge of various hometown news topics and familiarity with reporting on local government, education, social issues, crime and other topics. Ability to work independently, identifying and pursuing leads on an ongoing basis.
Ability to meet deadlines.
A valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Photography skills, preferably with one’s own DSLR camera equipment and appropriate lenses
Familiarity with web and social media management, flexibility to learn new skills, and an enthusiasm for working with the public and coworkers.
B.S. in journalism, mass communication or equivalent experience preferred.

Duties include:
Reporting, writing and photographing sports news, general news and feature stories as assigned, both during business hours and on evenings, weekends and some holidays.
Preparing stories for publication in print, on the web and via social media.
Working both in an office setting, from home and from the field.
Other duties as assigned.

Application:
Submit resume, samples of news copy and photography, along with two letters of recommendation, to:

Alan Pollock, Executive Editor
The Cape Cod Chronicle
60-C Munson Meeting Way
Chatham, MA 02633
or by email to alan@capecodchronicle.com

Submissions must be received by Sept. 30, 2024