Career Opportunities at Lee
The Daily News in Longview, Wash., seeks a talented sports reporter to join our news team. The sports reporter will help cover a tradition-rich prep sports scene (15 high schools) filled with history, rivalry and passion.
The sports reporter will be counted on to produce content for The Daily News’ print and digital sports products, including three seasonal special sections. The depth of production requires someone capable of writing clear, concise game stories on tight deadlines in addition to in-depth features, enterprise pieces and columns.
Creating videos, including game highlights and interviews to complement stories, is expected and a background in video, as well as photography, is a bonus. Daily deadline experience is a pre-requisite, and clips must demonstrate a wide range of sports coverage and storytelling.
The ideal candidate will have a background in newspaper design and will assist in preparing daily budgets for sports pages. The successful candidate also should have a thorough understanding of AP style and solid news judgment. Experience using social media in the field is a must.
Reliable transportation and the willingness to work evenings and weekends are required.
The Daily News is a drug-free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen along with background and Department of Motor Vehicles checks before commencing employment. This position requires proof of automobile insurance and a valid driver’s license.
As part of Lee Enterprises, The Daily News offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, a flexible spending account plan and more, along with a professional and comfortable work environment.
To learn more about The Daily News and to apply for this position, please log onto http://www.tdn.com/workhere. A cover letter, resume, clips (no more than five) must be included with the application to be considered. To learn more about our parent company, visit www.lee.net.
The Daily News in Longview, Wash., seeks a talented sports reporter to join our news team. The sports reporter will help cover a tradition-rich prep sports scene (15 high schools) filled with history, rivalry and passion.
The sports reporter will be counted on to produce content for The Daily News’ print and digital sports products, including three seasonal special sections. The depth of production requires someone capable of writing clear, concise game stories on tight deadlines in addition to in-depth features, enterprise pieces and columns.
Creating videos, including game highlights and interviews to complement stories, is expected and a background in video, as well as photography, is a bonus. Daily deadline experience is a pre-requisite, and clips must demonstrate a wide range of sports coverage and storytelling.
The ideal candidate will have a background in newspaper design and will assist in preparing daily budgets for sports pages. The successful candidate also should have a thorough understanding of AP style and solid news judgment. Experience using social media in the field is a must.
Reliable transportation and the willingness to work evenings and weekends are required.
The Daily News is a drug-free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen along with background and Department of Motor Vehicles checks before commencing employment. This position requires proof of automobile insurance and a valid driver’s license.
As part of Lee Enterprises, The Daily News offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, a flexible spending account plan and more, along with a professional and comfortable work environment.
To learn more about The Daily News and to apply for this position, please log onto http://www.tdn.com/workhere. A cover letter, resume, clips (no more than five) must be included with the application to be considered. To learn more about our parent company, visit www.lee.net.
