Reporter

Baton Rouge Business Report, the leading source of news and analysis for Baton Rouge area businesses, professionals and community leaders, is hiring a reporter who craves breaking news and sparking community conversations. In addition to filling out this online form, interested applicants should send a resume, writing samples and three references via email to Executive Editor JR Ball at jrball@businessreport.com or by mail to 9029 Jefferson Highway, Suite 300, Baton Rouge LA 70809.

Reports to:

Executive Editor

Department:

Business Report

Who you are:

What you'll being doing:

compensation

Education Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a specialized field such as politics, economics, or international relations is preferred.

Experience and Software Qualifications:

At least 2 years of experience in news, television, or journalism is preferred.

What you'll get:

In addition to a creative and happy work environment, Melara Enterprises is committed to providing its employees with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program.

The company provides full-time employees with a variety of optional benefits that may be selected based upon personal needs—some at no cost and for others, the cost is shared by Melara Enterprises and employees.

Perks and Benefits for Full-time employees:

• Two options for health insurance for you, your legal spouse and dependent children
• Dental care plan
• Vision care plan
• AFLAC Accident, Cancer and Life policies
• Basic life insurance policy
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Program
• Traditional and Roth 401k with company contribution
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Personal Time
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Paid Holidays
• Discounted YMCA membership
• Professional Development
• Employee Referral Reward Program
• Access to company and community events

Work Environment:

Melara Enterprises is a multimedia company that publishes 225 Magazine, inRegister, Baton Rouge Business Report, 10/12 Industry Report and a host of other specialty publications, websites and e-newsletters. We also provide custom creative solutions for clients through Studio E and leadership training for rising leaders through our Business Report Executive Leadership Academy.  

We offer a unique opportunity to be part of a national award-winning institution, a strong regional brand, and an organization with a rich history of excellence and community service. Career opportunities with us mean working hard to achieve our mission in a collaborative and inclusive culture, but also having fun together. We have a talented team with diverse people, ideas, interests, and skills. We embolden entrepreneurial spirit and we reward excellence and achievement.

Melara Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Physical requirements:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, stand, walk, use hands and arms, talk, hear, and view a computer monitor for extended periods. Lifting up to 30+lbs occurs occasionally.