Sports Reporter Job at Frederick News-Post, Frederick, MD

  • Frederick News-Post
  • Frederick, MD

Job Description

The Frederick News-Post, a six-day-a-week newspaper in Frederick, Maryland, is seeking a sports reporter to cover a rapidly growing community with a rich sports scene. 

The primary focus of this role is reporting on scholastic and professional sports, accurately and objectively.

Qualified candidates will have at least two years of reporting experience. They will be highly motivated and resourceful enough to find story ideas. Theyll work with a collaborative spirit under nightly deadline pressures. Must be internet/social media savvy and able to shoot photos for publication.

Ideal candidates will have broad sports knowledge, curiosity, determination, the desire to constantly know more, the wisdom not to assume.

You'll also occasionally write feature stories for the news section.

A bachelors degree, particularly in journalism, English, or a related program, and InDesign layout skills are preferred.

Must have excellent grammar skills and knowledge of AP style. Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

Must have a motor vehicle suitable for getting around the county, a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving history with no suspensions.

The normal schedule is Monday to Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, is required.

To apply, send a cover letter (explaining why journalism and Frederick are for you), rsum, salary requirements and work samples to jobs@newspost.com. Resumes submitted without a cover letter and salary requirements WILL NOT be reviewed.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cover local high school, collegiate and professional sports, including games, breaking news, profiles and features.

  • Cover local non-school sports.

  • Rewrite press releases, take scores/highlights via phone/email, and copy edit pages.

  • Pick high school all-star teams in consultation with fellow staff members and area coaches after each high school sports season.

  • Compile high school statistics, standings and team rankings for a weekly page.

  • Cover for other reporters and/or accept other assignments as required, including newspaper pagination.

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Job Tags

Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Night shift

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