Education Reporter

Forum Communications CompanyGrand Forks, ND
4h$19 - $22

About The Position

We are looking for an Education Reporter, whose primary task will be to cover K-12 education in Grand Forks, ND, and East Grand Forks, MN, producing engaging, relevant stories and/or visuals for publication.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Mass Communications preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • A strong sense of news judgment with urgency for the news.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed - working some nights, weekends, and/or holidays may be a requirement of this role.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company.
  • Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience using digital analytics and social media tools strongly preferred.
  • Experience proofreading/editing preferred; AP Style knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Research and report on assigned topics and issues, investigating new leads or tips as received.
  • Determine story focus and write/produce stories according to editorial and AP style and format standards.
  • Collect, verify, and analyze newsworthy information, assembling your findings into useable content.
  • Build solid community networks and relationships, creating contacts that can be utilized as interview and research sources.
  • Stay up to date on the latest current events, and respond with urgency to breaking news, including writing stories and producing visuals on deadline.
  • Drive audience loyalty through engaging and timely content, with a strong focus on content geared towards a digital-first audience.
  • Embrace a creative, collaborative approach with other team members and with other FCC departments and locations.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision packages
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
  • Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
  • Retirement benefits with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours
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