News Reporter

Forum Communications Company • Fargo, ND

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and InForum have been serving Fargo, Moorhead, and the surrounding communities since 1878, providing trusted local news and a strong voice for the region for nearly 150 years. With a newsroom that blends seasoned journalists with emerging talent eager to grow their careers, they are dedicated to high-quality reporting that reflects the issues, stories, and people shaping the Fargo-Moorhead community. In 2025, they earned a staggering 75 awards from the North Dakota Newspaper Association, including 28 first-place awards. Known for connecting closely with readers, covering local business, government, sports, and community life, these outlets are a cornerstone of civic engagement in the region. The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and InForum are part of Forum Communications Company, a fifth-generation, family-owned media organization with more than 20 publications across the Upper Midwest, collectively reaching over 5 million readers each month. This is a full-time position, responsible for producing engaging, relevant, and timely stories and visuals for publication across print and digital platforms. This is a hybrid position with remote flexibility, and weekly in-office presence in Fargo, ND required.

Requirements

• Equivalent professional reporting/writing experience
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a solid grasp of AP style
• A strong commitment to journalistic integrity and ethics
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with community members and business leaders alike
• Strong news judgment and the ability to identify compelling story angles that resonate with local audiences
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and organize multiple assignments, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours as the news happens, including evenings and weekends as needed, based on coverage needs
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a driving record that is insurable by the company, and carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or a related field
• 3+ years of previous writing experience for a newspaper, website, magazine, or specialty publication
• Photography and basic photo editing experience
• Familiarity with digital publishing tools, social media platforms, audience engagement strategies, and digital analytics/digital tools

Responsibilities

• Research and craft compelling stories across both print and digital platforms - following leads and responding quickly to breaking news
• Write/produce stories according to editorial and AP style and format standards for publication
• Contact and interview sources, and research tips and leads
• Stay up to date on the latest current events - local politics, public safety and education topics, community events, and more
• Become an active part of the local and surrounding communities, developing sources and partnerships as a trusted source of information
• Work closely with other team members across departments to grow audience engagement and loyalty through impactful storytelling and timely content

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
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees