Entry-level sports reporter @ Michigan newspaper

CubReporters · Feb 15, 2009

from http://cubreporters.org/labels/sports_journalism

The Alpena News, an 11,000-circulation daily newspaper in Northern Michigan, is seeking an entry-level sports writer. See above link for more info.

Lions Suck · Feb 15, 2009

I heard this job has already been filled. It was posted for the past month on the Michigan Press Association Web site.

Stitch · Feb 15, 2009

That was quick since some interviews were still supposed to be going on next week. It's an Ogden paper, which generally means you will be getting around $20-21k per year.

If I'm mistaken about the pay, please let me know.

bronzie5 · Feb 17, 2009

This is my old job. The pay earlier was correct, but it's a cheap place to live. I found a tiny place that was $335 a month and included utilities. Landlord was great, too.
There are nine area schools to cover with the focus on Alpena. You will have to design the pages (B1-B3) when the editor is off. So those with design experience will be a plus because the training will be a lot quicker. Plus, the sports editor ranks up there with one the best bosses of my life.
I hear they may have someone, but you never know once pay is mentioned. Also don't expect a raise for at least a year.