Multimedia Journalist

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Attractive salary package

Based Portlaoise

If you’ve got a nose for a story – and the right skills to tell it – this Multimedia Journalist role for the Leinster Express and Laois Live is the break you’ve been looking for.

Here at Iconic Media Group – Ireland’s biggest local digital and newspaper publisher – we’re investing in our continuing growth and looking for an experienced, ambitious Multimedia Journalist to play a senior role within our newsroom and really get results. You’ll be building on your skills and making a name for yourself in the award-winning newsroom of one of our top regional news franchises – Leinster Express and Laois Live.

So, what do you need to get started? The writing and storytelling skills to produce a range of content, from big local scoops to press releases and announcements. The confidence to build contacts and interview everyone from sports stars to members of the public. And a passion that matches ours – to inform, inspire and promote your community.

You should have a strong understanding of digital, video and print content, ideally with experience and proficiency with content management and publishing systems. However, if you can bring a strong work ethic, enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to develop your skillset, full familiarisation and training will be provided. Experience in court reporting and local government meetings will be a distinct advantage, as would a driving licence and your own car.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced journalist to take the next step up in their career. Come and join this expanding media team at an exciting time for the entire publishing industry.

To apply, please email a covering letter and CV (samples of your work are also welcome).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person