Journalism, Multitasking, Secondary School, Sports, Sports Reporting, Storytelling, Top Sales Rep, Writing Skills
Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS REPORTER
PennLive is looking for a fast-moving, digitally savvy high school sports reporter to join our award-winning team.
This role goes far beyond traditional game coverage.
We're seeking a content creator who can cover stories in real time and transform that coverage into compelling written articles and far-reaching vertical video to expand reach.
The ideal candidate will also be a multitasker, juggling those daily assignments, with top performer lists, all-star teams and authoritative rankings.
The base salary range is $45,000 to $50,000 per year.
Requirements:
- Have a degree in journalism or communication, or an equivalent education and work experience with proven ability in journalism reporting and writing.
- Minimum of two years of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing required.
- Speed, accuracy, and creativity are essential.
- Strong news judgment, sharp writing skills, and a solid grasp of digital storytelling are musts.
- You should be energized by a busy local sports scene, able to pivot between sports throughout the year, and eager to connect with readers, viewers and listeners.
- Night, weekend, and travel assignments will be central to the role.
- This job requires reliable transportation to meet sources
Please upload samples of your best work or a list of story links when you apply.