Features Reporter

Forum Communications Company • Duluth, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Duluth News Tribune is seeking a features reporter eager to dig into our area’s bustling and diverse arts and entertainment scene. Whether it’s covering one of our numerous music or film festivals, tracking the weekend’s best entertainment options, or giving our readers the scoop on the hottest new restaurant in town, the ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, adept at producing content on multiple platforms, enjoys newsroom collaboration and thrives in an innovative atmosphere.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to other employees, top management and public groups.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen, interview and take accurate notes and write accurate, clear, and concise stories.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Computer skills in word processing and content management systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive and emotional situations, maintain confidentiality, balance demands, set priorities and manage multiple issues/projects at a time.
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information Act and libel laws.
• Know how to use video and camera equipment and edit photos.
• Layout and editing of content.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in arts and entertainment writing.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments from the Managing Editor or generate story ideas and field news tips for development into feature and news stories.
• Conduct interviews with sources, both in person and via the telephone.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through observation and research.
• Organize material, determine emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Proofread department sections in rotation with other writers.
• Review film and music performances, and music recordings.
• Supply ideas for special sections, cover design and help copy editors locate materials and/or develop artwork.
• Occasionally, use a camera to take photographs for publication.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level