Lancaster Farming Inc.- Ag Journalist

Description

Lancaster Farming is looking for an Ag Journalist to join our team! The Ag Journalist should have a background in or interest in learning about agriculture. They will collaborate with editorial team colleagues to brainstorm, research and develop content for Lancaster Farming’s multiple print products and Lancasterfarming.com. 

Why work with us?

We know that employees are a business’s greatest asset and the primary driver of success. We are committed to attracting and retaining people who are bright, curious, flexible, and energetic, to ensure our progress for the next 225 years.

As a team member at [Company name], you’ll enjoy:

• 4 weeks PTO to start (pro-rated for first year)
• Paid Holidays
• Benefits: medical, prescription, dental, vision, short-term disability, basic life      insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Wellness program 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave program 

About Us: 

Lancaster Farming is the “Farmer’s Choice” since 1955, covering many agriculture industries, including dairy, beef, swine, sheep, goat, horse and specialty animal buyers and sellers. It is also the largest farm implement marketplace in the Northeast. Every Saturday, the newspaper delivers news, market and commodity reports, and agribusiness information to more than 60,000 paid subscribers in Pennsylvania and fifteen other states.

Free public parking available in Ephrata. 

Ag Journalist Essential Job Functions (Full Description):

• Research and write multiple engaging articles on agricultural and rural topics on a weekly basis
• Cover ag-related events with expectation of quick turnaround for publication
• Hand in clean, fact-checked copy
• Assist with editing and proofreading with attention to detail
• Identify and explore trends in agriculture and rural life
• Develop reliable resources for interviews, quotes and background
• Work both independently and in a team
• Be a positive force in our newsroom

Requirements

• Journalism degree and/or significant newsroom experience, including use of AP style
• Agricultural background or sincere interest in learning about agriculture
• Photography and video experience or willingness to learn
• Familiarity with publishing software or willingness to learn
• Familiarity with digital news platforms or willingness to learn

When submitting your resume, please include work samples that showcase your journalism experience. 

For a full list of all positions available please visit our career page: www.steinmancommunications.com/careers