Sports reporter | The Meridian (MS) Star

The Meridian Star, an award-winning, five-day a week daily newspaper, publishing news digitally 24-7, is seeking a full-time sports reporter who can go beyond the game story to write features and deep dives into sports news of consequence.

The sports reporter will possess solid story-telling skills, using text, photos, video and imagination to inform our readers through our digital, print and social media products. Must be able to push news out quickly for our digital products.

The sports reporter will have some pagination responsibilities and will sometimes be called on to pinch hit on news stories.

The sports reporter will have a bachelor’s degree and have solid training in journalism, sports writing and reporting or quality newsroom experience.

The Meridian Star offers a positive work atmosphere in an East Central Mississippi region known for its arts and recreation opportunities. The Star is owned by CNHI, LLC, and the position offers a full range of benefits.

If you meet the requirements, please email a cover letter, resume, references and work samples to Editor Dave Bohrer, dbohrer@themeridianstar.com.