From my sources deep within the workings of the Arizona Republic, I hear that the paper is looking to fill a few positions. I'm not sure if they are only looking to fill these internally; it didn't say. Can't hurt to check.
First, Alex Bloom is leaving, creating an opening for a Scottsdale education reporter covering Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Fountain Hills unified school districts, Scottsdale Community College, and the Maricopa County Community College District and its board. Deadline to apply is Nov. 20. This was posted by Cherrill Crosby; e-mail cherrill.crosby@arizonarepublic.com.
Details: "Coverage generally involves education finance and overarching-policy issues that appeal to the older empty nesters that make up the bulk of our Scottsdale readers. This reporter regularly writes for a variety of platforms: the Scottsdale Republic, the Phoenix Republic (Northeast/Z7), Valley & State, A1 and the weekly Education page, as well as for azcentral.com and the education team blog - schoolgrounds.azcentral.com."
Also, Business needs a beat reporter:
"With Chad Graham’s promotion to social media editor, there is an opening in the business center for a reporter to cover jobs and workplace. This is a key beat in a state that has lost a larger percentage of jobs than Michigan in this recession. Here is the quick description. I’d be happy to answer any further questions.
Kathy
Jobs/workplace.
The jobs reporter would cover issues related to jobs, employment and unemployment. The focus should be on news of interest to the job seeker, the displaced worker and the underemployed worker and (now and then) on those fully employed.
The beat is trend-oriented, news-oriented and tips-oriented. Trend stories should touch on major issues, from delivery of unemployment benefits to the evolution of job training to the state of workplace discrimination. News stories might touch on who’s hiring, and for what types of jobs. We also expect practical stories. These tips stories might cover everything from what careers are hot/cold, to how to deal with resume gaps, to maintaining work-life balance. These stories might run on A1, in the Business section or in the Sunday CareerBuilder package.
It’s a true multimedia beat. This reporter will host job chats and blog on azcentral and likely will appear on Channel 12 frequently to discuss jobs issues.
Good communication is essential, as is a willingness to work within a team. This reporter will work closely with Betty Beard, who covers the Arizona economy, and with Mel Melendez, CareerBuilder editor, and will report to Kathy Tulumello.
In business, reporters also are expected to take GA shifts 2-3 times a month, handling whatever stories and briefs may be assigned. Simple interest in business topics is necessary; we’ll provide on-the-job training.
If you are interested, please contact Kathy Tulumello by phone or e-mail by the end of the day Monday, Nov. 16."
Finally, Metromix has an opening:
"MMX Phoenix (phoenix.metromix.com) strives to be a planning/going out resource for the 21-39 person without children in the Valley. This means a primary focus on nightlife; we do an extensive job covering the scene in Metro Phoenix, and we want to do more. There is also music and dining content, and events coverage.
The MMX producer is a combination of content editor and content creator. Strong copy editing skills, coverage balance and news judgment are needed, and the role requires creativity to help plan for big events and come up with new content concepts. You will be asked to add to most content items and to create some from scratch.
Those interested should be familiar with working in a content management system (enigma, Wordpress, etc.) to ease the transition into the MMX content management system. Proficiency in HTML, Photoshop and basic online workflow are required. On the job training can be provided, but basic skills are necessary.
A candidate will be expected to maintain social networking tools, such as Facebook and Twitter. Knowledge of both products is a plus.
Nominees will also be expected to take a lead in being the liaison between MMX corporate and the local product. There are at least two weekly calls that must be handled. Facilitating requirements and requests from corporate and transmitting all news to fellow staffers is expected.
Anyone interested in this position should contact Royce Martin, rmartin@azcentral.com, by Nov. 20. "
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