General Assignment Reporter

Position: 

General Assignment Reporter 

Location: 

Bonner County Bee, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 

Division: 

Job Type: 

Full-time, Monday – Friday, Non-Remote 

Reports to: 

Managing Editor 

Pay: 

$19.00 per hour 

Job Summary 

The General Assignment Reporter will produce content for print, digital, and social media platforms and may contribute to podcasts and special projects. The role requires strong multimedia journalism skills and the ability to collaborate with the editorial team under the guidance of the Managing Editor. The position is based in North Idaho, offering access to the region’s outdoor recreation and nearby destinations such as Sandpoint and Glacier National Park. 

Position Duties & Responsibilities 

Report on city government activities in the greater Bonners Ferry and Boundary County area, including writing stories and capturing photos and video  

Cover education and school-related news within the Boundary County School District  

Produce original byline content for print, online, and social media platforms  

Capture and edit multimedia content, including photography and video  

Participate in podcast production and storytelling initiatives  

Collaborate with editors and network news teams on story development and packaging  

Contribute to special editorial projects and cross-team initiatives  

Adhere to company content strategy and digital newsroom standards  

Utilize layout and publishing tools such as InDesign and InCopy 

Qualifications 

Strong written and verbal communication skills  

Excellent listening skills and attention to detail  

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines  

Self-motivated with initiative and the ability to work independently  

Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach  

Working knowledge of Associated Press (AP) style preferred  

Familiarity with newsroom operations and deadlines is a plus  

Experience with Adobe InDesign, InCopy, or similar publishing tools 

Preferred Attributes 

Experience in multimedia journalism, including photography and video production  

Interest in community-based reporting and local government coverage  

Ability to adapt content for multiple platforms, including social media  

Creative storytelling skills and willingness to experiment with new formats  

Enthusiasm for living in a small community with access to outdoor recreation  

Prior experience contributing to podcasts or audio storytelling 

Benefits 

Virtual training as well as one-on-one field training 

Competitive pay commensurate with experience and talent. 

Bonus Pay 

Compensation includes a commission guarantee for all new salespeople during the training period as well as uncapped commissions. 

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.