What youll doOwn and write a Billings-based newsletter that is engaging, useful, and habit-formingReport breaking, daily, and enterprise stories in Yellowstone CountyCover local government, elections, education, criminal justice, business, and community debatesCover elections and monitor the work of the regions state legislative delegationGo beyond meeting coverage to show how policy decisions shape peoples livesBreak newsand clearly explain why it mattersCurate the most important news from Billings and Montana, adding context and insightBuild sources across the communityfrom City Hall to neighborhoods to business and cultureProduce visual journalism: take photos and shoot simple video for social media and newslettersContribute to MTFPs website, social platforms, newsletters, and collaborative editorial projectsParticipate in audience engagement efforts and community eventsWhat were looking forYou are a distinctive writer, who can make readers feel like theyre getting the inside story of their city. What success looks likeYour newsletter becomes a must-read habit for people in BillingsReaders feel like they cant keep up with the city without youYou break stories that others followYou build trust with a wide range of sources and readersYou consistently connect daily news to the bigger forces shaping MontanaMinimum Desired Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:Strong reporting, writing and research skillsOrganized and goal-oriented with the ability to meet regular deadlinesAt least some professional journalism experience (internships or student work welcome)Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate statewideCommitment to public service journalismFinal salary offers will carefully consider multiple factors, including prior experience, expertise and location, and may vary from the amount above.