COMMUNITY NEWSPERSON

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Community Newsperson develops leads and writes stories about events and activities concerning the people

of the Gila River. The position exists to inform Community members about topics relevant to them regarding

tribal government, success stories, and public events. A large number of Community members utilize the GRIN

to be informed about news in Gila River and living within the boundaries of the reservation or outside.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receives assignments develop leads for news stories to be published in upcoming issues in the GRIN.
• Research and verify information regarding news stories through interviews, observation, and research.
• Produce and edit photos and /or video of Community events and activities to be published in print and digital

content for the web and social media.

• Assist the CPAO staff when needed to help with the coordination of events.
• Take photos and/or video of GRIC department events and functions when requested. e.g. awards ceremonies,

swearing-in presentations, and visiting dignitaries and representatives from government and business entities.

• Deliver newspapers to locations within the Community.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
• Knowledgeable of office management and administrative procedures.
• Knowledgeable of grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Knowledge in journalism, advertising, publication, desktop publishing, data/word processing and typing

skills.

• Knowledge of photography concepts, use of a 35 mm camera and maintain a photography archive.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Ability to research data, create ideas, writing copy, and laying out graphic design.
• Ability to work with rigid deadlines and the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to demonstrate a personal interest for self-development.