Elko Daily Free Press – Mining Editor

 
MINING EDITOR
 
Help keep northern Nevadans informed about state politics and rural issues, and the world informed about the multibillion-dollar gold mining industry in this full-time position at the Elko Daily Free Press.
Northeastern Nevada’s largest newspaper publishes five days a week and keeps readers informed 24-7 at 
elkodaily.com. We are seeking a reporter-editor with experience in political and business coverage.
 
The successful applicant will edit a 90-page magazine, the Mining Quarterly, which has provided key coverage of the hard-rock mining industry for the past 20 years from its base in Elko, Nevada, which serves as a hub for the country’s greatest concentration of open pit and underground mines.
This position also involves editing special sections and portions of the Elko Daily Free Press, which has published continuously since 1868.  Applicants with business writing, daily newspaper editing, and online publishing software experience preferred.
 
As part of Lee Enterprises, the Elko Daily Free Press offers excellent earnings potential and a variety of benefits including paid time off and holiday pay, along with a professional work environment focused on growth opportunities for employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. All applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and a background//DMV check prior to commencing employment.
Apply online at http:////elkodaily.com//workhere. For consideration please attach links or examples of previous writing experience.
 
Qualifications
• Previous experience on a daily newspaper a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule which will include nights, weekends and holidays
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated skill and ability with multi-media platforms
• Demonstrated news writing and reporting ability
• Ability to meet deadlines and work within a fast paced environment
• Work within a team environment
 

Elko Daily Free Press is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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