Multimedia Reporter

The Perham Focus in Perham, MN, and the Wadena Pioneer Journal in Wadena, MN, are looking for a full-time motivated Multimedia Reporter to join our team. The desire to be part of a community newspaper, feature writing experience, the ability to shoot engaging photographs and video and strong organizational skills are preferred. These newspapers serve the communities with award-winning coverage, a strong online presence and top-quality targeted magazines. This position could be based in either the Perham or Wadena office and includes a healthy benefit package including PTO, paid holidays, medical, 401k and more!

Responsibilities include:

• Coverage of a variety of issues and events and people in the communities the newspapers serve.
• Coverage of breaking news, including crimes, accidents and natural disasters. Must be able to independently cover breaking news, write the story immediately and get it online.
• Taking photos that are of print quality to accompany stories, as well as shooting video to attach to the story online.
• Writing stories as assigned for special sections; as well as general assignment stories as assigned.
• Generating and pursuing story ideas from around the communities.
• Regularly cover evening and weekend events/meetings.
• Post to and update the newspapers' websites.
• Rewrite and edit press releases.

Position Requirements

• College education in mass communications/journalism preferred.
• Excellent grammar, spelling and typing skills.
• Ability to work well with others under pressure and deadlines.
• Photography skills required and some experience with videography preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen, interview and take accurate notes and write accurate, clear and concise stories in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and the ability to work well with others.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that is insurable by the Company.

About the Organization
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, comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives, 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.

EOE Statement
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.


This position is currently accepting applications.