Breaking/Trending Reporter

Job Description

Posted Thursday, April 2, 2026, 11:00 PM

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The Canton Repository , part of the USA TODAY Network, is looking for a high-energy, curious staff writer to serve as our breaking/trending reporter. This position will play a key role in serving our Stark County audience by providing fast-paced, engaging journalism covering both news and sports.

The reporter is SEO savvy, can spot high-interest topics using engagement tools like Google Trends and can work independently.

The position requires relocation to the Canton region, which is home to national companies and organizations such as TimkenSteel, Aultman Health Foundation, Timken, Freshmark and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Our trending reporter will focus on key areas:

• Managing a high-volume beat, responsible for one to three short posts most days, while balancing ongoing longer-range stories.
• Answering questions local readers are asking.
• Monitoring social media, news feeds, and other relevant sources to identify emerging trends.
• Localizing national trending stories in news, sports, culture, entertainment and politics.
• Understanding social media, Google trends, audience metrics and SEO techniques.
• Having a competitive spirit to see their work at the top of our page view charts each day.
• Handling breaking news coverage.

Requirements:

• • Bachelor's or master’s degree in journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years reporting experience.
• Commitment to detail, accuracy and fairness.
• Ability to multi-task and excel under deadline pressure, using time efficiently.
• This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record check.

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:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Examples of at least five stories you’re proud of. Try to include some that you turned quickly and that used alternative story forms.

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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Job Details

Job Family

Media

Job Function

Content Production

Pay Type

Hourly