TNAADO INC is a media and technology company that serves the Greater Toronto Area with innovative technology solutions, local press features, and community initiatives.
Our newsroom, home to The Dispatch and The Show, covers the people, events, businesses, and stories shaping the city. We aim to tell real Toronto founder's stories and experiences. We're a small and fast-moving team, and every reporter here has a real byline and a real say in what we cover.
We're looking for a Junior Reporter to join The Dispatch newsroom. This is a hands-on role for an early-career journalist eager to build a byline covering local business, culture, and community stories, with direct mentorship from senior editorial staff.
- Report and write assigned news and feature stories on tight deadlines
- Conduct interviews, gather quotes, and verify facts independently
- Draft copy in the newsroom's house style and incorporate editor feedback
- Support senior reporters on larger investigative or multi-source pieces
- Write headlines, subheadlines, and photo captions for published work
- Pitch original story ideas relevant to Toronto's business and culture scene
- 0–2 years of journalism experience (internships and student publication work count)
- Strong writing fundamentals and a clean, newsy voice
- Comfort conducting cold interviews and working independently
- A recent journalism degree, diploma, or equivalent training
- A writing portfolio or clips (student publications welcome)
Nice to have:
- Experience with CMS platforms
- Photography or basic video/social content skills
- Familiarity with Toronto's small business or startup community
$45,000 to $50,000/year, based on experience.
Full-time/contract, hybrid (Toronto-based).
Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON
