Own breaking news coverage for Tallahassee and Leon County, delivering fast, accurate updates as stories developIdentify trending topics using tools like social media, Google Trends and audience metrics, and quickly turn them into high-interest storiesProduce high-volume digital journalism from quick-turn stories to explainers, live updates and enterprise follow-upsWrite with urgency and clarity, filing quickly while maintaining accuracy and strong news judgmentFocus on people-first storytelling, showing how news impacts local residents and communitiesOptimize content for digital audiences, including SEO headlines, engagement formats and multimedia elementsMonitor real-time analytics to refine coverage and respond to reader demandDevelop sources and original reporting, going beyond aggregation to add context and depthCollaborate with editors and reporters across the USA TODAY Network to localize statewide and national storiesProduce photos, video and social content to extend reach and engagement. A digitally savvy, self-starting reporter who thrives in a fast-paced environmentStrong news judgment and the ability to spot stories that will resonate with readersProven ability to write quickly, accurately and engagingly on deadlineExperience using SEO, social listening and audience metrics to drive coverage decisionsA competitive mindset and passion for growing audience and reachBe comfortable juggling breaking news, trending topics and enterprise work simultaneouslyAbility to produce multimedia content, including photos and videoStrong understanding of journalism ethics, media law and AP styleBachelor's degree in journalism or related field (or equivalent experience)2+ years of reporting experience preferred.