Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa newspaper

The Nuu-Chah-Nulth Tribal Council’s Ha-Shilth-Sa Newspaper is seeking a term, full-time Reporter who can provide dedicated news coverage and the writing of stories that matter to First Nations and the general public.  This position requires a self-motivated individual with strong work ethic, and with a working knowledge of journalism in social media.  Based out of Port Alberni, Tofino, or Ucluelet, this is a term position to March 31, 2025.

Duties include:

• Produce pieces of editorial content daily, that will involve the coverage of events, conducting interviews, photography, and doing local-first, in-depth reporting involving Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations
• Conduct proper research required to produce content that is authentic, concise and clear
• Work with the Editor to react quickly to breaking news
• Develop and maintain a roster of local contacts and newsmakers
• Increase credibility of the publication through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary education in journalism, with a minimum of one-year of demonstrated writing experience and news gathering
• Strong reporting and writing skills, with a flair for the narrative
• Possess time management skills, including the ability to keep to tight deadlines
• Able to travel throughout Nuu-chah-nulth communities, and if necessary, on weekends, and do overtime work
• Computer literate, including knowledge of windows-based programs, InDesign and Photoshop
• Possess a valid driver’s licence and have daily access to a reliable vehicle
• Be willing and able to demonstrate compliance with the NTC Vaccination Policy (COVID-19)
• Provide references and acceptable criminal record check
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada