Great West Media is hiring.

Every community has unique stories waiting for the right person to tell them. Local journalism remains the heartbeat of vibrant towns, providing residents with updates, uncovering hidden gems, and celebrating shared milestones. If you have a passion for sharing facts and connecting with readers, the perfect opportunity has arrived.

Great West Media is actively seeking a curious, driven reporter to join the award-winning news team at Town and Country Today in Westlock, Alberta. This role offers the chance to dive deep into local issues, cover breaking events, and build a rewarding career in media.

Read on to discover the benefits of joining this team, the daily responsibilities of the role, and how you can apply to start your next great professional adventure.

Great West Media Careers

Choosing the right employer is crucial for professional growth. Great West Media stands out as a premier news company that owns and operates respected publications across Alberta. Town and Country, under the Great West Media umbrella, is recognized for its commitment to journalistic integrity and community service.

When you explore Great West Media careers, you find an environment built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for storytelling. The company supports its reporters by providing a great work environment where fresh ideas get heard. Teams work together to ensure that every publication meets high editorial standards while keeping readers informed and engaged. You get to work alongside experienced media professionals who value mentorship and continuous learning, setting the stage for long-term success in the industry.

The Role

This reporter position offers a blend of traditional newspaper reporting and modern digital journalism. The news industry moves quickly, and this role puts you right at the centre of the action. You will find yourself engaging with community members, attending local events, and asking the tough questions that matter to residents.

A typical day in this role is rarely predictable. The successful candidate will thrive writing compelling stories for the weekly printed newspaper while simultaneously keeping residents up to date through immediate digital platforms.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Pitching and Sourcing: Actively finding new angles and generating fresh story ideas that resonate with the community.
• Researching and Writing: Creating both short-form updates for breaking events and long-form feature articles that require deep investigation.
• Multimedia Integration: Using photography and video to enhance your written work and bring stories to life on digital channels.
• Managing Newsletters: Contributing to the daily newsletter to ensure residents get accurate information delivered straight to their inboxes.

This role requires a digital-first mindset. News happens around the clock, and the team does not wait for the weekly paper to get published to share critical updates.

Qualifications: Are You the Right Fit?

Great West Media values attitude, enthusiasm, and a natural instinct for news above all else. While a formal degree in journalism or communications is preferred, the team welcomes recent graduates and passionate storytellers who can demonstrate a strong writing foundation.

To succeed you need specific skills and attributes:

• Insatiable Curiosity: You must be a self-starter who naturally wants to get to the bottom of a story and generate ideas without constant supervision.
• Platform Adaptability: You need a solid understanding of how to write for both print formats and digital platforms, drawing readers in from the very first sentence.
• Pacing and Agility: The ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced newsroom is essential, especially when covering late-breaking news.
• Innovative Thinking: The team wants individuals who think outside of traditional reporting boxes and possess the courage to try new storytelling techniques.
• Mobility: You must have a reliable vehicle to travel throughout the community for interviews, events, and breaking news coverage.

How to Apply

If you love breaking news, diving deep into long features, and working with an award-winning team, this reporter position is waiting for you. The position is permanent full-time, with a start date as soon as the right candidate is found. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2026.

To submit your application, please gather your most recent resume, a cover letter detailing your fit for the industry, and three writing samples that showcase your versatility.

Email your complete application package to: Jen Henderson at jhenderson@greatwest.ca.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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