Sports Reporter

Advance Local : MLive.com • Flint, MI

404d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The Sports Reporter will cover the Flint area, producing sports stories for various platforms while acting as an expert and discussion leader on significant sports topics relevant to the community. The role emphasizes analysis and storytelling that goes beyond just reporting scores, focusing on the narratives of teams, athletes, and fans. The position requires a strong background in sports and feature writing, along with skills in video and photography, to engage audiences effectively across multiple media channels.

Requirements

• Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of journalism experience with proven reporting and writing skills.
• Experience in building and engaging an active audience.
• Solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics, and story structure.
• Understanding of search engine optimization practices.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage relationships with sources for unique content.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, collaborating with team members effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with video and photography.
• Mastery of social media and digital interaction.
• Understanding of content delivery methods across various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Report and produce sports stories for various platforms.
• Act as an expert and discussion leader on high-value sports topics.
• Analyze and explain the 'why' behind sports events, not just the 'what'.
• Tell creative stories about teams, athletes, and fan bases.
• Engage with the audience through various social media platforms.
• Work independently under deadline pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Utilize audience metrics to inform coverage decisions.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities with talented editors.
• Work with a leading media organization with a significant audience reach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees