What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Reporter position at Forum Communications Company?
The Mitchell Republic has been delivering award-winning local news to Mitchell, SD and the surrounding communities since 1879. Its best-in-class journalism earned the publication first place in General Excellence, Best Print Edition, Best Website and was named the Sweepstakes winner among all SD daily newspapers by the South Dakota Newspaper Association in 2023. The Mitchell Republic 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:
This role will produce engaging sports-related content for Mitchell Republic and mitchellrepublic.com with an emphasis on reporting, features, and profiles. This position will also serve as both a sounding board and resource to other members of the sports team to develop the most creative and appealing content for our audience.
- Research and report on assigned topics and issues.
- Determine story focus and write/produce stories according to editorial style and format standards for all relevant publishing platforms.
- Drive audience loyalty and digital growth through engaging and timely content.
- Develop unique story ideas and content around key categories that drive digital memberships and reader engagement.
- Respond with urgency to breaking news, which includes writing stories and producing visuals on deadline with a digital audience in mind.
- Collaborate with digital teams and make use of available tools and technology to gain insight into story metrics, determine new ways to create and present content online.
- Embrace a creative, collaborative approach with other team members and with other FCC departments and locations.
- Contribute to the overall advancement of digital initiatives; share and promote digital content through various social media channels.
- Writing experience for a newspaper, website, magazine or specialty publication is required.
- Experience using digital analytics and social media tools is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of video and photo editing is preferred.
- Some experience in proofreading or editing is preferred; AP Style knowledge is a plus.
- Journalism or communications degree is helpful, though equivalent experience will be considered.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- A strong sense of purpose and urgency for the news.
- Must be able to multitask and juggle many different projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately using a Web-based content management system.
- Must be creative, hardworking and a self-starter.
Expected compensation for this role is between $18 - $19/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 : $18 - $19
