Multimedia News Reporter
Forum Communications Co. / The Capital Journal
Pierre, South Dakota
See other jobs from this company| Date Posted | January 28, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Industry | Newspapers |
| Specialty | Not Specified |
| Job Status | Full-time |
| Salary | $19.23 - $21.63/hour |
Description:
The Capital Journal in Pierre, South Dakota, is seeking a Multimedia News Reporter to produce engaging, relevant journalism for a digital-first newsroom. This position focuses on reporting, writing and producing stories and video for all publishing platforms, with an emphasis on timely, audience-focused digital content. This role contributes to impactful, community-driven journalism in South Dakota’s capital city, serving readers who rely on trusted local reporting to stay informed and engaged.
Are you …
• Passionate about telling meaningful local stories
• Comfortable reporting, writing and producing content across digital platforms
• Energized by breaking news and fast-moving coverage
• Creative, curious and motivated to grow as a journalist
Pierre is the information hub of South Dakota, home to the state Capitol and the center of political, civic, and community life. Reporting here offers a unique opportunity to cover stories that matter not just locally, but statewide - from government and public policy to education, business, and community issues.
Beyond the newsroom, Pierre offers an exceptional quality of life, combining small-town accessibility with statewide influence, short commutes, and affordable living. Outdoor recreation is a way of life, with the Missouri River and Lake Oahe offering year-round opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting. South Dakota’s low cost of living, no state income tax, and strong sense of community make Pierre an appealing place to build both a career and a life. To learn more about the city, visit https://www.cityofpierre.org/.
Responsibilities
• Research and report on assigned topics and issues
• Write stories according to editorial style and format standards for all publishing platforms
• Produce video to accompany stories, including on-camera standups and voice-over narration for digital platforms and statewide broadcast
• Drive audience loyalty and digital growth through engaging and timely content
• Develop unique story ideas and content that increase reader engagement
• Respond with urgency to breaking news, producing stories and visuals on deadline with a digital audience in mind
• Collaborate with digital teams and use available tools and technology to gain insight into story metrics and content performance
• Embrace a creative, collaborative approach with newsroom colleagues and other FCC departments and locations
• Share and promote digital content through social media channels
Qualifications
• Journalism or communications degree helpful, though equivalent experience will be considered
• Writing experience for a newspaper, website, magazine, or specialty publication required
• Experience using digital analytics and social media tools preferred
• Basic knowledge of video and photo editing preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong sense of purpose and urgency for the news
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple 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 $19.23 and $21.63/hour, based on qualifications and experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.
Our teams are made up of passionate, purpose-driven people who thrive on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Along with a competitive benefits package, you’ll find real opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact within a culture that celebrates ideas, values people, and knows how to have fun along the way. Come for the perks. Stay for the community.
Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:
- 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
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.
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