Reporter

SUMMARY: The Globe is looking to add to our dynamic news team and provide a supportive place where a reporter can grow their skills across multiple platforms. This multimedia journalist will create content from breaking news to business reporting, county beat coverage and occasionally sports for digital and print.  Our reporters are responsible for producing engaging, relevant stories and/or visuals in a variety of formats on our publishing platforms, with an emphasis on digital content and publishing. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and report on assigned topics and issues.

• Produce news for publication, including video, photography, graphics, social media, podcast and print journalism. 

• Produce accurate copy on deadline, be a stickler for details.

• Maintain communication with editors.

• Strong content-gathering, production and organizational skills. 

• Positive attitude with strong communication skills. 

• Flexibility in taking on assignments and with work hours.

• Respond with urgency to breaking news, including writing stories and producing visuals on deadline with a digital audience in mind.

• Drive audience loyalty and digital growth through engaging and timely content.

• Embrace a creative, collaborative approach among team members and FCC departments.

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Writing experience for a newspaper, website, magazine or specialty publication is required.

• Experience using digital analytics and social media tools is preferred.

• Basic knowledge of video and photo editing is preferred.

• Some experience in proofreading or editing is preferred; AP Style knowledge is a plus. 

• Journalism or communications degree is helpful, though equivalent experience will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• A strong sense of purpose and urgency for the news.

• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently, and prioritize tasks. 

• Must be able to multitask and juggle many different projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work quickly and accurately using a Web-based content management system. 

• Must be creative, organized, hardworking and a self-starter.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, type and write, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance and stoop.

• Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.

• Required to use close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

• Excellent benefits and the ability to work in a hybrid model with a mix of in-office and work-from-home time.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities who are qualified.  We will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who are qualified, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.  A written request must be given to Human Resources.  

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we're a leading media and technology company that's home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives for all employees. Additional perks for full-time positions include: comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave for qualifying employees.

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive, creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.