Multimedia Journalist Intern
Forum Communications Company, Fargo, ND, United States
Overview
WDAY is the number #1 station located in the Fargo, ND‑Moorhead, MN metro area, broadcasting across the entire state of North Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern South Dakota. WDAY is an award‑winning station, having received multiple Emmy awards as well as regional and national Edward R. Murrow awards in recent years. The station produces more live, local sports coverage than any other in the region and is the proud home of North Dakota State University Athletics and North Dakota High School Activities State Tournaments.
Job Summary
WDAY is seeking a full‑time Broadcast Multimedia Journalist for a summer internship in 2026 lasting approximately 10–12 weeks. The role involves researching, writing, and delivering compelling stories across multiple platforms, including live and breaking news coverage. Responsibilities include shooting and editing video, conducting interviews, reporting on news and sports as they unfold, and may also serve as a fill‑in anchor for news and sports broadcasts as needed.
Essential Functions
Write stories and conduct interviews on assigned topics.
Shoot and edit video and edit stories for newscasts.
Live reporting and reporting on breaking news and sports stories as they happen.
Act as a fill‑in anchor for both news and sports.
Qualifications
Current candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or a related field (preferred).
Exceptional written, communication, and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license with a driving record insurable by the company.
Acceptance of an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.
Compensation
Expected compensation is approximately $15.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
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
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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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WDAY is the number #1 station located in the Fargo, ND‑Moorhead, MN metro area, broadcasting across the entire state of North Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern South Dakota. WDAY is an award‑winning station, having received multiple Emmy awards as well as regional and national Edward R. Murrow awards in recent years. The station produces more live, local sports coverage than any other in the region and is the proud home of North Dakota State University Athletics and North Dakota High School Activities State Tournaments.
Job Summary
WDAY is seeking a full‑time Broadcast Multimedia Journalist for a summer internship in 2026 lasting approximately 10–12 weeks. The role involves researching, writing, and delivering compelling stories across multiple platforms, including live and breaking news coverage. Responsibilities include shooting and editing video, conducting interviews, reporting on news and sports as they unfold, and may also serve as a fill‑in anchor for news and sports broadcasts as needed.
Essential Functions
Write stories and conduct interviews on assigned topics.
Shoot and edit video and edit stories for newscasts.
Live reporting and reporting on breaking news and sports stories as they happen.
Act as a fill‑in anchor for both news and sports.
Qualifications
Current candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or a related field (preferred).
Exceptional written, communication, and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license with a driving record insurable by the company.
Acceptance of an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.
Compensation
Expected compensation is approximately $15.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
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
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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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