Director of News & Operations
- Employer
- Forum Communications Company
- Location
- Fargo, ND
- Salary
- Depends on Experience
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- Industry
- Media and Entertainment
- Role
- Editor / Journalist / Freelance Writer
- Job Type
- Long-Term
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management of overall operations for Forum News Service; supervising both FNS team leads/ managers as well as news reporters.
- Business development and networking for FNS; management of FNS clients and partners.
- Working directly with FCC newsrooms to advance content initiatives, digital newsroom organization and accountability.
- Development of new content ideas and presentation concepts for digital; advancing digital storytelling opportunities, tools and practice in newsrooms.
- Facilitating, with assistance, ongoing training for FCC newsrooms.
- Developing and managing significant, audience-driven FCC reporting projects; working with marketing teams on branding and promotion to build value and exposure.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in a fast-paced newsroom in a management-level position.
- Proven record of strong news judgement.
- Experience using a variety of website/ social media management and optimization tools, as well as basic knowledge of analytics programs.
- Understanding of digital content trends and industry best practices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Basic knowledge of computers and various programs.
- Must be able to multitask, juggling many different projects for a fast-paced environment.
- Travel required
- Ability to work quickly and accurately using a Web-based content management system.
- Must be creative, hardworking and a self-starter.
- AP Style knowledge a plus.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, use hands to fingers, 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.
- Works in both office setting and outside begin exposed to the elements.
- 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 the Human Resources Director.
Position Requirements
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.
Company
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 (PTO), paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave.
Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive and creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.
Do what you love and you will never work a day in your life.
- Telephone
- 701-241-5564
- Location
-
101 5th St N
Fargo
ND
58102
US
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