Sports reporter | The Times Herald (Port Huron, Michigan)

The Times Herald newspaper in Port Huron, Michigan, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a Sports Reporter.


Researches, reports and writes compelling journalism that continuously grows a fan base by informing and engaging readers. Acts as a public ambassador through community outreach and connects with readers through social media. Provides thoughtful analysis of complex issues. Produces watchdog journalism that leads to change. Works with the content coach, content strategists and audience analysts to shape storytelling to meet audience needs and interests on every platform. Contributes to the community’s great good through impact journalism.


Sportswriters cover high school, recreational and outdoor sports, all key topics for our readers. Prep coverage must focus on key sports and key schools in our readership. Sportswriters must go beyond game coverage to write enterprising stories that resonate with readers, particularly the 25-44 audience. Sportswriters are expected to engage daily with consumers through social media, blogs, stories, etc. Sportswriters must use social media to report the news and as media to help deliver it. Sportswriters must use all the storytelling tools that news reporters must also use, from photo and video to long-form storytelling, interactives and graphics.


Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Communications, Journalism or equivalent in experience and education.

Experience developing a personal brand and fan base.

Experience with advanced storytelling techniques on multiple platforms.



USA TODAY NETWORK is one of the top 20 digital companies in the country, sharing the list with Google, Facebook, and Amazon. And we have over 100 million unique visitors a month, which is more than Buzzfeed, Yahoo News, and Huffington Post. Because our team consists of over 110 local properties with USA TODAY at the helm, you’ll have the luxury of living in a community you love while making a national impact.



Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status.

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