Sports Reporter | Dallas County News (Perry, IA)

The Dallas County News, a weekly newspaper serving southern Dallas County, Iowa, is looking for an ambitious sports reporter who can also handle feature and news writing. Unlike some weeklies, the Dallas County News has five school districts with multiple sports to cover year round. The job requires setting priorities and building contacts with several coaches and sports at one time. The job also requires the versatility to step in on community and government reporting on occasion.

One year previous experience with sports reporting and sports photography is preferred. Experience with InDesign and page layout is a plus. Evening & weekend work is required. Reliable transportation, valid auto insurance and driver's license are required.

As part of Gatehouse Media, the Dallas County News offers a full benefits package along with a professional and comfortable work environment. Our office is approximately 25 miles from Des Moines. Please email resume, references, up to five writing samples and five photographs to lwidick@theperrychief.com.