What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Copy Editor position at Forum Communications Company?
Forum News Service is Minnesota's online source for news that matters. This regional news wire delivers local news to Minnesota and the surrounding communities and is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation family-owned media company with 20 publications across the Upper Midwest that collectively deliver local news to more than 5 million readers every month.
SUMMARY
Responsible for editing copy to create a dynamic and accurate well-designed newspaper. Monitor wires and newspapers for major regional, national, and international news stories and pictures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Edits local and wire stories to conform to AP/local style. Stories should be free of grammatical errors or misspellings. They should also be accurate, clear and balanced.
- Writes/edits headlines that capture the tone and impact of a story without compromising accuracy. Headlines should be eye catching and appropriate for the story.
- Verifies facts, dates and statistics for stories being published in the paper.
- Selects photographs and graphics for stories.
- Ensures timelines are met to make production schedules.
- Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communications, graphic design or a related field.
- Two or more years of experience editing for a newspaper or magazine.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Knowledge of AP style.
- Strong visual communication.
- Ability to be flexible and work under pressure and deadlines.
- Must be able to move between copy editing and page layout.
- Experience with Publication or related software and/or graphics design.
Expected compensation for this role is between $19 and $20/hour, based on qualifications and experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. We've always been in the business of telling stories, but we're more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest's largest media organizations, we are leaders in the business of print and digital news, technology, telebroadcasting, printing, and agency advertising.
The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you'll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people.
Forum Communications Company offers the following for all full time and 32 benefited employees:
- Health, dental, and vision packages
- Company paid short term disability and life insurance coverage
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage options
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Retirement benefits
- Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours
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.
Salary : $19 - $20
