Managing Editor

The Grand Forks Herald is hiring a full-time Managing Editor to develop and manage the newsroom team. This position will include evening, weekends, and holidays. Primary responsibilities include:

• Work with the Editor to assign news coverage and edit stories.
• Develop engaging news content for a targeted audience that may be used in both digital and print production.
• Lead all digital and print efforts and measure performance.
• Brainstorm digital storytelling formats and work to incorporate multimedia aspects such as video, audio and photography.
• Manage the news website and work with digital analytics tools.
• Work alongside other Forum Communications editors on company initiatives.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or at least two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work well and communicate consistently with people and in a team environment led by the editor.
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools and website publishing.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and be flexible while managing multiple projects.
• Actively stay current on news and information about local, regional, national and international events and issues.
• Newsroom and journalism education and/or background required.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a driving record that is insurable by the company.

About the Organization
Forum Communications Company is a multimedia news company with locations across ND, SD, MN and WI. We have over 1,400 employees that work towards a common goal, delivering quality products and information to our clients and viewers. We publish both print and online versions of our newspapers. We develop websites and apps. We own and operate television and radio stations and offer agency services and sales solutions.

We pretty much do it all!

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


This position is currently accepting applications.