REF#: JG34757
The Western Standard
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Posted: May 23, 2026
Salary:
Description
The Calgary reporter is responsible for delivering news stories and analysis on current events in their assigned areas in a news bureau of the Western Standard. The Reporter will write copy that is topical, compelling and original.
Reporters working outside of the company’s Calgary headquarters may in some circumstances work from a home office.
The Western Standard produces a high volume of news and opinion content on a daily basis.
Reporting and Parameters
The reporter reports directly to the News Editor or their assigned Bureau Chief/Managing Editor.
He or she will have their performance reviewed on an annual basis.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Write frequent and compelling news copy with a rapid turnaround.
Protect and enforce the Editorial Principles, Style Guide, and Company Values of the Western Standard.
Use the Freedom of Information Act and other tools available to obtain compelling and important content for news copy.
Meet monthly with their direct supervisor to review progress on goals and tactics as laid out in the Annual Strategic Plan.
Maintain awareness and knowledge of the Western Standard’s readership and editorial metrics.
Maintain a reasonable and professional social media presence.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in journalism or communications is preferred but not required.
Two to four years of industry experience.
Passion for writing and editing interesting copy.
A portfolio of published copy.
Strong knowledge of the media process and industry.
Excellent communication and research skills.
Self-starting.
To apply for this position, please send resume and cover letter - stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board - to:
The Western Standard
E-mail:
[email protected] 