Local News Editor & Feature Reporter

Adams MultiMedia LLC

Forest Lake (MN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 66,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Job summary

Forest Lake Times is seeking a full-time News Reporter to cover business, breaking news, in-depth features, local government, education, photography and layout. The role emphasizes community journalism and sharing compelling stories that matter to readers.

Requirements include prior reporting experience and the ability to multi-task; proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign and Photoshop is helpful. You’ll join a local newsroom that values clear storytelling.

Qualifications

  • Prior reporting and editing experience preferred.
  • Strong journalism fundamentals and storytelling skills.
  • Proficiency with standard office software is helpful.

Responsibilities

  • Cover local business, breaking news and feature stories.
  • Report on local government and education issues.
  • Take photos and assist with layout and design.

Skills

Prior reporting
Editing experience
Journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related

Tools

Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
InDesign
Photoshop

Job description

Forest Lake Times is seeking a full-time News Reporter to cover business, breaking news, in-depth features, local government, education, photography and layout. The role emphasizes community journalism and sharing compelling stories that matter to readers.

Requirements include prior reporting experience and the ability to multi-task; proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign and Photoshop is helpful. You’ll join a local newsroom that values clear storytelling.

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