SPORTS REPORTER-Butte, MT 406mtsports.com

Lee Enterprises • Butte, MT

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About The Position

The Sports Reporter position at 406mtsports in Butte, MT, involves covering high school sports and NAIA athletic programs in southwestern Montana. The role requires a versatile reporter who can write features, cover games, build relationships, and assist in managing print page production. This full-time position is based in The Montana Standard newsroom and aims to provide comprehensive sports coverage across the state.

Requirements

• Strong writing and reporting skills in journalism.
• Ability to cover live sports events and write timely articles.
• Experience in building relationships within the sports community.
• Familiarity with print production processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multimedia journalism or digital content creation.
• Knowledge of the local sports landscape in Montana.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Cover high school sports events in southwestern Montana.
• Write features and articles related to local sports.
• Build and maintain relationships with athletes, coaches, and sports organizations.
• Assist in managing print page production for sports coverage.
• Participate in team coverage of NAIA athletic programs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Company-provided life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off including paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees