Top 4 Journalist Jobs in Asheville, Nc

City Government Watchdog Reporter
USA TODAY Co. —Asheville, NC
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
Communications Director and Inclusive Development International
Inclusive Development International —Asheville, NC
- $84,872 - $106,090 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- English
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Senior Public Relations Coordinator
Youth Villages, Inc —Asheville, NC
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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City Government Watchdog Reporter

USA TODAY Co. -
Asheville, NC

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Video shooting
Social media platforms
Driver's License
Editorial guidelines
Grammar Experience
Journalistic writing

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Posted Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM

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USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com

The Asheville Citizen Times is seeking a reporter to cover city government, including but not limited to budgets, homelessness, parking, transportation, the public housing authority and issues that impact quality of life in this mountain city still recovering from the devastation of Tropical Storm Helene.

This is not a stenography position. We’re seeking an aggressive, relentlessly curious and persistent watchdog reporter who isn’t afraid to dig below the surface and the press releases, to reveal for readers what is really going on, and to hold those in power accountable.

This journalist must bring the skills, experience and empathy to make a difference in our growing and diverse communities. They will identify trends and hot topics, be able to pivot quickly, juggle multiple stories and be adept at meeting daily news deadlines while working on longer enterprise stories.

The reporter must work collaboratively and effectively in a team and demonstrate an awareness of and adherence to the highest journalistic ethical standards.

Responsibilities:

Identifies key issues through source development, data analysis and document reporting.
Shapes coverage with independent judgment and strategic insight.
Collaborates closely with editors to set priorities and deadlines.
Produces high‑impact, multi‑platform work with a disciplined approach.
Uses audience metrics to inform coverage plans and meet reader needs.
Writes clearly and concisely, with strong nut graphs and clear relevance.
Delivers strong reader service, helping audiences find answers and solutions.
Builds trust and credibility within the coverage area.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of three years of daily newspaper reporting experience.
Energetic self-starter and quick thinker who can identify stories that matter.
Ability to multitask and perform well in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with a team of journalists.
Strong communication skills, news judgment, and headline-writing ability.
Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and compassion.
Proficiency in social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and Reddit, with experience engaging readers in this public space.
Experience shooting and editing photos and videos on an iPhone.
Excellent writing, spelling, and grammar skills with knowledge of USA TODAY Co. style.
Understanding of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

Application Instructions:

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:

Your resume – one to two pages.

A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.

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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USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.

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