Journalist jobs in Ohio

Job DescriptionSalary: 40k-45k Why come to work here? Lets be real. Jumping in to help start a local newsroom for Delaware, Ohio from scratch sounds like a lot of work, and it is. We know this is a true statement because over the past 12 years weve built a network of 3 local newsrooms which cover Richland, Ashland and Knox counties. Now, were building a newsroom for and with Delaware, Ohio. You might be the perfect reporter for Delaware Source if you feel in your bones that trusted independent local journalism is a keystone to an informed, engaged and healthy community. You might be the right candidate if you love being on a great team and contributing to its success. Most of all, you either already love Delaware Ohio or youre open to making a home there and joining our community. Are you a young reporter right out of college looking for your first job? Are you a veteran journalist on the hunt for a reinvigorating second act? Or do you have a non-traditional background, but know you could be a great reporter because youre curious, friendly, a good communicator and know Delaware inside and out? Lets have a look at what kind of company youre joining. • Trusted. 95% of 4,000+ survey respondents said they trusted our news reporting in 2024. Compare that to 28% for national mass media., • Entrepreneurial. Youll learn how to think through new initiatives. Youll call some of your own shots. Youll be in a safe place to think big and fail fast. Everyone around you will have your back., • Community focused. You will learn all about how memberships and subscriptions support our reporting and make it possible., • A solutions mindset. We are going to teach you how to do Solutions Journalism at a very high level and youll practice it consistently., • Engaged. We are a reader-driven newsroom, which means youll learn practical audience engagement from the ground up. Youll answer reader questions and develop relationships with sources in a way you dont learn in J-school or traditional media., • Professional development. Were relentless about helping our staff get better and improve through professional development opportunities., • Connected. We count the Knight Foundation, the Solutions Journalism Network, Hearken, the Meta Journalism Project, the Google News Initiative, LION Publishers, the Medill School of Journalism, Poynter, The Lenfest Institute, the American Press Institute, the Sulzberger Fellowship at Columbia University, the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, Report for America, the NYC Media Lab, the Associated Press, and many more among our friends and partners. Bottom line:Source Media Properties is a great place to work and we punch way above our weight class. Lets fact-check those claims • One of only 14 newsrooms chosen from 200 applicants for catalytic expansion funding to help us grow into Delaware., • Ambitious solutions-oriented enterprise reporting on a changing workforce, veterans issues, affordable housing, flooding, the Intel expansion in Ohio and gun violence has drawn local and national support., • Source Media was one of only 200 newsrooms to be a 2024-25 Press Forward open call grantee, • Launched successful reimagining of our membership program in 2024, adding 1,000 new members in a year., • Our 2024 Impact Report and members tell our story., • Deep audience listening results in Citizens Agenda for local political coverage., • Newsroom Partnerships and memberships add up to $250k support for local reporters., • A story on infant mortality turned into a community baby shower., • 2020s racial reckoning turned into a groundbreaking collaboration with a Black-owned barbershop., • And when its time to relax, how about a rock show in the newsroom? Job Description We are looking for an innovative, entrepreneurial reporter who isn't afraid to break from the mold of a traditional newsroom. Were a hybrid work environment with some expected in-office time. Successful candidates will make a home in North Central Ohio to best become part of the community, respond to news as quickly as possible, and engage with our readers. We expect this reporter to pick their spots when it comes to working with a Solutions Journalism mindset, as this is a key part of what we do. We utilize Open Source, a reader-involvement tool that solicits questions from readers that we expect to be another consistent component of the position. Our team at all three sites works together to frequently share content, ideas and resources. Our small network of sites will combine for approximately 10 million page views this year and 400k visitors per month. Qualifications and Responsibilities • A college graduate with strong writing, reporting and interviewing skills, • Basic knowledge of photography, audio and video production, • A well-rounded individual who can cover a city council or school board meeting, or take a camera to a Friday night high school football game, • Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fluid schedule., • Write accurate, clear and well-reported stories while facing daily deadlines, • Identify and pitch stories on various subjects, • Write and update stories on the news of the day, • Work with other reporters on various assignments, • Collaborate with other departments for various assignments, • Occasional travel and work on nights, weekends and holidays Its possible that a great candidate wont check all of these boxes. If thats you, dont hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself and why your background makes you a great fit. Culture The culture here is collaborative and entrepreneurial, and you need to know that going in. This isn't a giant newspaper and we don't act that way. If you want a 200-foot tall wall between the newsroom and the revenue team, we are not the place for you. We never compromise our ethics, but are realistic about the position the business of local news finds itself in, and we -- all of us -- are committed to fixing it. Our team works together frequently to support membership efforts, organize events, meet with readers, and create content. Our standards are high and we work our tails off, but we have fun while we do it. We are non-partisan, in case you were wondering. Were not interested in being a part of the hate economy that has done so much damage to our industry and democracy. That said, non-partisan is not non-thinking. We call B.S. when B.S. needs to be called. Location While the majority of your time will be spent in Delaware, you always have a home in our headquarters, located in a growing downtown section of Mansfield. HQ is within walking distance of an emerging scene encompassing bars, live music venues, restaurants and the best coffee shop and bakery in town. Salary & Benefits • $40 - 45k with a full benefits package detailed below., • 401k program with a 100% employer match., • 3 weeks paid vacation., • Up to 2 weeks PTO in addition to vacation., • A generous technology and cell phone stipend., • Downtown office in a vibrant co-working space with free parking., • A company-wide hybrid work environment., • Medical, dental, and vision insurance., • An HSA with an employer contribution., • Paid parental leave., • Employer-paid emotional and mental health support / counseling., • 8 paid holidays, including MLK day and Juneteenth. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging We believe that the best organizations reflect the communities they serve, and were continually taking steps to make that a reality at Source Media Properties. People who love it here have a passion for community, love local media, are accountable for their actions, can accept and give constructive feedback (well teach you how), and want to work as a team to achieve great things. Our company is filled with successful people who grew up on farms, in the suburbs and in cities. We vote Democrat, Republican, and who knows what else. We worship as differently as we vote. Some of us have kids, others dont. Some of us are married, others are single. Our newsroom is filled with degreed journalists and also English majors. We graduated from public schools, private schools, and maybe never went to college. Weve got vegetarians and omnivores at the company cookout. Some of us own guns, and others have never held one. What this means is we value all people and approach our differences with curiosity and respect. If this description feels like a diverse workplace which treats people fairly and tries to include all kinds of people, you can find belonging at Source Media Properties. We cant wait to meet you.

This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship.

Job DescriptionDescription: At the National Center for Urban Solutions Enterprises, we are committed to transforming lives and communities through education, workforce development, and wellness. Our flagship programs, Academy for Urban Scholars High School, NCUS TEC, the African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA), and the Africentric Personal Development Shop, empower individuals and families across the country. We are seeking a passionate and proactive communicator to help us tell compelling stories that will amplify our impact. Position Overview We are looking for a Marketing Communications (MarCom) Strategist that will serve as the MarCom lead for NCUS’s health and wellness organization, AAMWA. This individual will be responsible for the organization’s media outreach efforts, which include writing, pitching, and publishing stories. They will partner with creative services teams to produce compelling visual storytelling content. In addition, the MarCom strategist will develop and execute AAMWA’s messaging strategy to enhance brand awareness, reputation, and stakeholder engagement, positioning the organization as a subject matter expert in health and wellness. This role shapes compelling narratives and produces messages that reflect AAMWA, and its initiatives’, mission, vision, and values across all communications channels, including digital platforms, internal, social media, podcasts, sponsor and funder communications, paid media, campaigns, and thought leader initiatives. The individual is a self-starter who proactively produces content and provides media personnel with stories that highlight AAMWA’s work. They will insert the organization in trends, current and future events, and awareness and celebratory holidays and months to keep the organization in conversations. They will collaborate with internal teams across the country and external partners to move projects along and ensure consistent messaging, drive audience engagement, and support business objectives through clear strategic storytelling. Key Responsibilities • Write, edit, and publish high-quality content, including newsletters, journals, blogs, press releases, news stories, scripts, and social media posts, that showcases AAMWA’s work and thought leadership., • Partner with AAMWA leaders, program coordinators, managers, and the national campaign manager to identify opportunities for proactive storytelling and strategic content development., • Source, develop, and elevate authentic human-interest stories by capturing real-person experiences, testimonials, and community narratives., • Develops media materials, including press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, and press kits, ensuing AAMWA is positioned as a national thought leader., • Create and manage communications plans, timelines, content pipelines, and editorial calendars to support ongoing and campaign-based initiatives., • Oversee the production of recurring publications, podcast episodes, and multimedia storytelling assets in partnership with creative services teams., • Ensure consistent brand voice, tone, and messaging across all communication channels, including digital, social media, paid media, sponsor/funder communications, and campaigns., • Deliver executive communications support for AAMWA’s president, including speeches, Op-Eds, talking points, newsletter content, and social media strategy., • Lead the development, writing, and distribution of city impact reports, annual reports, and other signature organizational publications., • Support national media outreach efforts by drafting media materials, pitching stories, cultivating relationships with journalists, and securing coverage with key content partners., • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, english, or a related field., • Minimum five years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, or mission-driven communications., • Experience writing in AP style., • Media relations expertise, including pitching stories, cultivating journalist relationships, and securing earned media coverage., • Exceptional writing and editing skills with a strong narrative voice., • Understanding in multimedia storytelling (video, podcasting, photography)., • Proven ability to translate complex ideas into accessible., • Experience in paid media (commercial televisions ads, radio-buy, billboards, sponsored content, and advertorials)., • Experience in a newsroom., • Deep commitment to equity, nonprofits, and community empowerment.

Role Overview Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research group to engage sports experts in a short-term evaluation project. Professionals with deep sports knowledge — including analysts, commentators, coaches, journalists, and former athletes — will assess AI-generated match analysis across a range of major sports. This initiative supports the development of more strategic, realistic, and entertaining AI sports commentary. ### Key Responsibilities - Review AI-generated play-by-play commentary, summaries, and post-match insights - Evaluate the quality, accuracy, and storytelling depth of AI-generated sports coverage - Assess the AI’s understanding of momentum, game flow, and strategic decisions - Identify factual errors, rule misinterpretations, and stylistic inconsistencies - Provide structured written feedback on strengths, gaps, and improvement areas - Collaborate with analysts and developers to guide model improvements ### Ideal Qualifications - Demonstrated expertise in at least one major sport (e.g., football/soccer, basketball, tennis, cricket, American football, baseball, hockey) - Experience as a player, coach, commentator, journalist, analyst, or dedicated fan - Strong analytical skills and understanding of sports strategy and performance dynamics - Clear, concise written communication in English - Comfortable navigating online tools and evaluation dashboards ### More About the Opportunity - Remote, project-based work - Flexible hours and asynchronous collaboration - Short-term opportunity with potential for follow-on projects ### Application Process - Submit your resume to express interest - Complete a short assessment - Participate in a brief work trial to demonstrate your evaluation skills - You’ll receive a response within 1–2 business days ### About Mercor Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI

Role Overview We’re looking for Basketball experts — avid fans, sports journalists, commentators, and former or semi-professional players — to evaluate basketball games. You’ll watch basketball games and answer questions in real time assessing the quality, depth, and accuracy of AI insights, helping us refine our AI’s basketball reasoning, storytelling, and strategic understanding. NOTE: You need to be available to join the call today from 5 pm PT - 8 pm PT. ### Key Responsibilities - Game Evaluation: Watch basketball games and review AI-generated play-by-play commentary and post-game analysis. - Performance Scoring: Rate the accuracy, insight, and entertainment value of AI sports coverage. - Context & Understanding: Assess the AI’s grasp of player performance, game flow, and strategic decisions. - Error Detection: Identify factual mistakes, poor interpretations, or stylistic inconsistencies. - Feedback Reporting: Provide clear written feedback highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities. - Collaboration: Work with analysts and developers to enhance the AI’s basketball-specific reasoning and realism. ### Required Qualifications - Basketball Expertise: Deep understanding of the game — whether through playing, coaching, commentating, or passionate fandom. - Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate basketball strategies, narratives, and statistical insights. - Communication Skills: Strong written English and ability to clearly articulate nuanced basketball insights. - Tech Readiness: Comfortable using online evaluation tools and dashboards. ### About Mercor Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across domains like engineering, research, law, and creative services have partnered with Mercor on frontier AI projects.

The MultiMedia Photographer researches, writes, captures visual content and edits general assignment stories for multiple platforms.

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events.Arranges i

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc.The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent o

Proven success managing media relations at the national and trade levels, with strong journalist relationships and placement results. Shape the agency’s reputation practice, overseeing media relations, corporate and executive communications, crisis and issues management, and CSR initiatives.

Excellent AP writing and editing skills for various audiences, platforms, and a range of styles and formats, including news releases, TV news scripts, web content, photo captions, headlines and social media posts.

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News.Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional spor

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News.Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional spor