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Paramount

Multi Skilled Journalist

West Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CBS Sacramento is seeking a full-time multimedia journalist who will embrace our Community Journalism initiative. OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES: The candidate will have a proven and demonstrated ...

Paramount

Multi Skilled Journalist

West Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CBS Sacramento is seeking a full-time multimedia journalist who will embrace our Community Journalism initiative. OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES: The candidate will have a proven and demonstrated ...

Hasana, Inc.

Journalist

Chicago, IL

... as a community development approach to build the leadership capacity of low-income women. The ... The Journalist position will be responsible for the strategic development of all written documents ...

Hasana, Inc.

Journalist

Los Angeles, CA

... as a community development approach to build the leadership capacity of low-income women. The ... The Journalist position will be responsible for the strategic development of all written documents ...

Hasana, Inc.

Journalist

Los Angeles, CA

... as a community development approach to build the leadership capacity of low-income women. The ... The Journalist position will be responsible for the strategic development of all written documents ...

Hasana, Inc.

Journalist

Chicago, IL

... as a community development approach to build the leadership capacity of low-income women. The ... The Journalist position will be responsible for the strategic development of all written documents ...

Hasana, Inc.

Journalist

Chicago, IL

... as a community development approach to build the leadership capacity of low-income women. The ... The Journalist position will be responsible for the strategic development of all written documents ...

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How much do community journalist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for community journalist in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Journalist vs Local Reporter?

AspectCommunity JournalistLocal Reporter
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in journalism, communications, or related fieldSimilar educational background, often with journalism or media degrees
Work EnvironmentWorks within local communities, often for local newspapers, radio, or online outletsWorks for newspapers, TV stations, or online media covering local news
Employer & IndustryLocal media outlets, community organizationsLocal newspapers, TV stations, online news platforms
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for their community-focused reporting rolesCommonly compared with community journalists for local news coverage

Both Community Journalists and Local Reporters play vital roles in local media, focusing on community-specific news. While their credentials and work environments overlap significantly, community journalists often emphasize community engagement and grassroots reporting, whereas local reporters may focus more on breaking news and traditional reporting for media outlets. Understanding these differences helps clarify their unique contributions to local journalism.

What is a community journalist?

Community journalists are reporters who focus on covering local news, events, and issues that directly affect a specific community or neighborhood. They often work for local newspapers, radio stations, or online news outlets, providing information that larger media organizations may overlook. Community journalists play a vital role in keeping residents informed, highlighting local stories, and fostering civic engagement. Their work helps ensure that the voices and concerns of the community are represented in the media.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community journalist?

To thrive as a Community Journalist, you need strong writing, reporting, and research skills, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, multimedia tools, and content management systems is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and uncover meaningful local stories. These abilities are crucial for accurately representing communities, engaging audiences, and producing impactful journalism.

How does a community journalist typically build relationships with local sources and organizations?

Community Journalists often spend significant time networking with local residents, business owners, and community leaders to develop trusted sources for information and stories. They attend public meetings, community events, and engage with people both in person and through digital platforms. Building these relationships requires consistency, transparency, and active listening, which helps journalists gain insight into local issues and earn the trust necessary for accurate, impactful reporting. Over time, these connections allow Community Journalists to uncover unique stories and represent diverse perspectives within the community.
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Infographic showing various Community Journalist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

La Voz Community Journalist

Puerto Rican Cultural Center

Chicago, IL • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description:

Reports to: Director of Digital Presence and Executive Director

Classification: Hourly

Part-time (10-15 hours per week, must have a flexible schedule, includes occasional weekend work, occasional evening work).


The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) La Voz Community Journalist requires excellent writing and storytelling skills. The candidate should be familiar with working on the Mac (primarily) and PC platforms and should know basic troubleshooting on each platform. The candidate must also be proficient in using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and WordPress CMS. This position will be in charge of marketing La Voz and all PRCC programs, gathering articles for La Voz, writing articles, conducting interviews, laying out the newspaper, meeting printing deadlines, posting La Voz online, managing La Voz distribution, documenting events with photos and videos, and maintaining communication with La Voz ad buyers and funders.

This position requires compliance with all the Puerto Rican Cultural Center's written standards, including its Standards of Conduct, all policies and procedures, and Regulatory Compliance requirements. Compliance will be considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. In addition, three 10-minute exercises using the aforementioned tools will be administered during the interview. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

  • Work/School experience in the social/digital media field.
  • Knowledgeable in Graphic Design, WordPress, web design, or related fields.
  • Knowledgeable in computer troubleshooting (principally on a Mac platform)
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills in Spanish and English.
  • Familiarity with web design and content management systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work effectively with a diverse set of team members, and learn to perform under tight deadlines.

SKILLS:

  • Organizational and time-management skills
  • In-depth understanding of diverse computer systems and networks
  • Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Works independently with a strong sense of focus, task-oriented, non-judgmental, open personal qualities, and a clear sense of boundaries

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

OSHA Category 3 – Does not involve regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and tasks that involve exposure are not a requirement for employment.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity. The PRCC provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other basis or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, The PRCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.