Sports Reporter

SUMMARY: Full-time reporter to produce engaging sports and news content for our print newspapers and digital sites with an emphasis on high school sports reporting, features and profiles. Position is 32 hours of sports and 8 hours of news. This position collaborates with other members of the Echo Press editorial team as well as editorial teams at other properties in Forum Communications, to develop the most creative and appealing content for our audience. Other responsibilities include:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Receives and develops own ideas into relevant, well-written stories.
● Gathers and verifies information for stories through interviews, observations and research.
● Brainstorms digital storytelling formats and executes the technological components required.
● Incorporates multimedia aspects such as video, audio, and photography in all stories.
● Meets regularly with the team to discuss story ideas and content development.
● Writes audience-focused headlines.
● Assists with the digital publication through a content management system.
● Peer edits stories from other members of the team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
● Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or equivalent experience.
● Professional experience writing, AP style preferred.
● Knowledge of high school and college sports.
● Strong organizational skills.
● Ability to write clean, crisp copy in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
● Basic knowledge of video and photo editing.
● Knowledge of Freedom of Information Act and libel laws.
● Know how to use video and camera equipment and edit photos.
● Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company.
● Must have reliable transportation and carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities who are qualified and will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who are qualified, unless it 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.