Centro Tampa Reporter (Tampa Bay Newspapers)

Tampa Bay Newspapers is seeking a full-time bilingual (English/Spanish) journalist to help head up coverage for our Spanish language publication, CENTRO Tampa.

We are seeking a self-motivated journalist who has a desire to become embedded in the Tampa Bay Hispanic community and help give it a voice by telling its stories.

The ideal candidate would have writing, editing and multimedia experience.

Responsibilities:

• Translate copy from English to Spanish quickly and accurately.

• Edit stories with clarity and speed.

• Write at least two stories each week.

• Work collaboratively with editors to orchestrate coverage for a weekly print edition.

• Regularly update and generate content for our website and social media platforms.

• Use news judgment to make story decisions that are appropriate for the audience.

Requirements:

• A college degree in journalism and experience at a newspaper.

• Editing experience is preferred, but journalists without past formal editing duties will be considered.

• Knowledge of AP style and grammar.

• Experience using a website CMS.

• Photography and multimedia skills are a plus.

• Ability to work occasional weekends.

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Please send a cover letter, resume and samples of your work (both in English and Spanish) to Executive Editor Chris George at cgeorge@tbnweekly.com. No phone calls, please.

About Us:

CENTRO Tampa is a weekly news outlet that covers the Hispanic and Latin American communities around the Tampa Bay area. It is the largest Spanish-language newspaper in Tampa Bay with a circulation of more than 40,000.

It is owned by Tampa Bay Newspapers Inc., a chain of award-winning weekly and monthly papers that serves the communities of Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando and Hillsborough counties. It is an independent affiliate of the Tampa Bay Times. This is a position with flexible hours that will include a combination of writing, editing and design. Some weekend work would likely be needed.

Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:

• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans.

• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability.

• 100% employer-paid basic life insurance.

• Supplemental life insurance.

• Tax-Deferred Savings Plan for retirement.

• A generous PTO program and much more..,