Growth and Development Reporter

Be at the forefront of building something new. The Banner is looking for an ambitious journalist to cover growth and development in Montgomery County, Maryland.  In this role, you’ll focus primarily on residential and commercial development, and its intersection with local government and politics, while jumping in on breaking news and other assignments as needed. You’ll produce bold, accountability-focused journalism that helps readers understand Montgomery County’s challenges and considers long-term solutions for the region’s affordability crisis.  We’re seeking a reporter who can build trust with communities, move beyond routine coverage and find compelling stories that keep community members informed and engaged. You’ll develop a strong source network across the development community, including builders, planners, housing experts, and lawmakers, while collaborating with The Banner’s business team, data team and visuals staff.  If you’re energized by data-driven reporting and stories that make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do:  Produce a steady stream of compelling enterprise stories that highlight residential and commercial development opportunities and challenges.  Break news stories on the growth and development beat.  Tell stories in creative and nontraditional formats, making use of visuals, social media and data. Collaborate with The Banner's audience and data teams to engage the audience and distribute your stories across all platforms.   Work in coordination with other Banner editors, reporters and staff to cover growth, development, housing, politics and related topics. What You’ll Bring:  Strong writing skills and the ability to present complex topics in a conversational manner  Excellent news judgment and fact-checking skills  Comfort with working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy  Comfort with reading budgets and presentations  Passion for news and journalism that resonates with readers, particularly Montgomery County residents   Strong teamwork and collaboration skills    Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others Willingness to work evenings and weekends as news demands    Excellent planning, organizational and time management abilities    Familiarity with audience metrics, social media and SEO to drive audience growth and digital subscriptions    Familiarity with public records requests and project planning  Commitment to upholding journalistic values and ethics  Familiarity with Montgomery County or Maryland are a plus Looking for a way to stand out? Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your vision for covering growth and development in Montgomery County that will...