***This position is eligible for remote work, ideally within the print/digital footprint of Forum Communications Company***

SUMMARY: Forum Communications Company - where creativity meets strategy, and where every pixel counts in our digital domain. We're on the hunt for a creative and highly motivated digital dynamo to join our team! Do you fancy yourself a content connoisseur? At FCC, you'll be crafting original news content each week to sprinkle your magic across diverse topics such as real estate, job-seeking adventures, and everything in between. Think of yourself as the Sherlock Holmes of storytelling, hunting for the next big topic or tantalizing trend.

But wait, there's more! We're about crafting experiences to captivate and engage our audience, and this role is pivotal in driving engagement and brand awareness across various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube. Best of all, you won't be navigating this digital landscape alone. You will be part of a tight-knit team, collaborating on strategic plans, enhancing social media tactics, and optimizing our digital playground for maximum SEO success.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create original content each week in strategic categories that serve to engage the audience, enhance SEO, and assist in our collection of 1st-party data. 
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends as well as new content/storytelling opportunities.
• Daily website poll questions/poll management.
• Daily curation of Google News Showcase panels for news sites.
• Assist with Apple News partnership.
• Contribute to the curation of top-performing stories, photos, and videos from across the company’s multi-state news network to present engaging and user-friendly digital formats; share and promote content through various FCC social media channels and digital platforms as needed.
• Headline writing and performance testing to ensure our content is reaching the intended audience. 
• Collaborate on the creation and execution of strategic digital publishing plans for niche content teams.
• Assist with social media management and enhancement for niche/new market content zones.
• Optimize copy and landing pages for search engine optimization; perform ongoing keyword research including discovery and expansion of keyword opportunities; research and implement content recommendations for organic SEO success; recommend changes to website architecture, content, linking and other factors to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
• Work with the company's digital marketing team to help grow online audience and increase the value of digital memberships.
• Embrace a creative, collaborative approach with other team members and other FCC departments and locations; be a social ambassador of the FCC news brands.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, marketing, or a related field.

• Two or more years of media or digital experience is ideal.

• Basic experience with content management systems and social media strategy. 
• Story, video, and/or podcast editing experience would be a plus. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently within a small team environment.
• Knowledge and interest in web analytics, SEO, social media, and other tools that can assist in growing our digital audience.
• Strong communication skills and a basic command of writing, style, and grammar principles
• Passion for local journalism and understanding of its importance within the local community
• Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends when fill-in is required.
• Broad understanding of digital culture and trends.

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we're a leading media and technology company that's home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives for all employees. Additional perks for full-time positions include: comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave for qualifying employees.

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive, creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

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.