News Reporter

Forum Communications Co.

News Reporter at Forum Communications Company crafting engaging stories for Worthington, MN community across print and digital platforms. Collaborating with team members to enhance audience engagement.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeWorthington • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and craft compelling stories across both print and digital platforms - following leads and responding quickly to breaking news.
Write/produce stories according to editorial and AP style and format standards for publication.
Contact and interview sources, and research tips and leads.
Stay up to date on the latest current events - local politics, public safety and education topics, community events, and more.
Become an active part of the local and surrounding communities, developing sources and partnerships as a trusted source of information.
Collaboration is key - work closely with other team members across departments to grow audience engagement and loyalty through impactful storytelling and timely content.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional reporting/writing experience.
Previous writing experience for a newspaper, website, magazine, or specialty publication is great, but we also love to talk to recent graduates just starting their journalism careers!
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a solid grasp of AP style.
Photography and basic photo editing experience preferred, and a strong commitment to journalistic integrity and ethics.
A basic, working knowledge of Photoshop (or similar editing programs) will make a candidate stand out in this role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with community members and business leaders alike.
Strong news judgment and the ability to identify compelling story angles that resonate with local audiences.
Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and organize multiple assignments, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Familiarity with digital publishing tools, social media platforms, audience engagement strategies, and digital analytics/digital tools is a plus.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours as the news happens, including evenings and weekends as needed, based on coverage needs.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, a driving record that is insurable by the company, and carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision packages
Paid maternity and parental leave
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
Retirement benefits with company match
Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

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Hard Skills & Tools

writingeditingproofreadingjournalistic integritystorytellingnews judgmentphotographyphoto editingdigital publishingaudience engagement

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsrelationship buildingcollaborationtime managementattention to detailadaptabilitycreativitycritical thinkingproblem solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in JournalismBachelor’s degree in Mass Communicationsequivalent professional reporting experience