Sports Reporter | Chillicothe, Ohio

Job opportunity at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK - Sports Reporter

The Chillicothe Gazette, a part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is looking for a sports reporter.

We want an energetic individual capable of producing features and game-day content for preps and other sports, developing sources and providing analysis with personality while employing the latest social media and mobile reporting and productions techniques.

In this role as a reporter, you will:

• Use multimedia storytelling tools on tight deadlines for our print and digital platforms.

• Provide all the appropriate elements for the story (i.e. photos, videos and graphics).

• Contribute to the growth and daily management of social-media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, SnapChat).

• Monitor the success of content topics using analytics tools to refine content strategy

Ideal candidates will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or experience in a related field

• Solid core journalism skills (reporting, producing, editing).

• Be self-motivated and self-directed.

• Able to multi‐task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment

• A background in creating content for mobile and digital audiences, to include photography, video, social media and podcast experiences is highly desired.

• Advanced knowledge of social media and how to engage fan base on digital platforms.

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.

• Exceptional core journalism skills (reporting, producing and editing).

• Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities.

• Able to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.

• Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.

• Writing, spelling, grammar, AP and local style.

• Command of media law and Principles of Ethical Conduct.

• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and some holidays.

• Must have a driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.

 

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