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The Columbus Dispatch, part of the USA TODAY Co., is looking for a talented feature writer to fill a role focused on profiling “Everyday Kindness Heroes” for our daily print and digital products along with our magazines, Columbus Monthly and Columbus CEO.

This grant-funded position will play a key role in serving our central Ohio audience by providing engaging journalism on people making a difference in our vibrant and diverse community. Examples of this coverage can be found at

The hybrid position requires relocation to the growing Columbus region, a state capital that’s home to The Ohio State University, Nationwide Insurance, and many other key employers.

• Managing a high-volume beat,responsibleforsignificant features per week for The Dispatch and up to two per month for our local magazines.
• Provide rapid-response trending coverage and beat work as assigned.
• Producing or collaborating on videos to accompany text or for social platforms.
• Monitoring social media, news feeds, and other relevant sources to identify emerging trends.
• Understanding social media, Google trends, audience metrics and SEO techniques.
• Having a competitive spirit to see their workat the top of our page view charts each day.
• Willing to become the face of the “Everyday Kindness Heroes” program, including public speaking at community events and an annual awards presentation.

• Bachelor's or master’s degreein journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years reporting experience, preferably in a digitally focused news organization.
• Commitment to detail,accuracy and fairness.
• Ability to multi-task and excel under deadline pressure, using time efficiently.
• This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record check.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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