MediaNews Group is hiring: Sports Reporter in City of Troy
MediaNews Group - City of Troy, NY, United States
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The Troy Record and The Saratogian, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Sports Reporter to join the team! We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with the ability to travel and report on a wide variety of stories, proficient in multimedia and the use of social media.
Summary
The Troy Record and The Saratogian, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Sports Reporter to join the team! We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with the ability to travel and report on a wide variety of stories, proficient in multimedia and the use of social media.
What You Will Do
- Cover, photograph, live tweet, and video at a variety of live sporting events
- Prepare photos to accompany feature articles
- Post/prepare score results for online and print
- Interview coaches, athletes to enrich content
- Assist in preparation of weekly schedule
- Construct local roundup/agate
- Use social media to engage the audience
- Beat focuses primarily on high school teams, Tri-City ValleyCats, and local college athletes
- Send pages on deadline
- Proofread and edit contributor submissions/press releases
- Final approval of print pages for the sports section 2x weekly
- Bachelor’s or Associate's degree (with comparable experience) in journalism or related field
- Experience in photography and a willingness to experiment with new storytelling tools and social media approaches
- Strong writing across a variety of story types
- A mindset to put the reader first
- Some experience in copy editing
- Curiosity is a must
The hourly wage is $15.50. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: http://www.mybensite.com/mng
Who We Are
The Troy Record, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a daily newspaper based in Troy, New York, serving the Capital Region. We connect with our audience across multiple platforms, offering news reporting and advertising opportunities through our website, mobile app, tablet, and print publication. We are one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. MNG publishes award-winning content (49 Pulitzers) that amasses and engages a nationwide audience via 800 multi-media platforms including web, mobile, social, and print.
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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply
- Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Troy-New-York/Sports-Reporter_R2444
- Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
- A full pre-employment background check, and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
- Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or in-person meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
- Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
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