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College Sports Reporter The Oklahoman , the state's leading news organization, is hiring for a ... Use video, photos and social media to spotlight breaking news and high-interest events. * Produce ...

College Sports Reporter The Oklahoman , the state's leading news organization, is hiring for a ... Use video, photos and social media to spotlight breaking news and high-interest events. * Produce ...

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How much do college sports media jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for college sports media in the United States is $83,601.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $92,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a college sports media?

A College Sports Media job involves covering, producing, and broadcasting content related to college athletics. Professionals in this field work in various roles, including sports journalism, live game production, social media management, and athlete interviews. They may be employed by universities, sports networks, or digital media outlets to create engaging content for fans. Strong storytelling, video production, and knowledge of college sports are key skills in this career.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities in a college sports media role?

In a College Sports Media role, your daily tasks often include covering live sporting events, creating highlight videos, writing articles, managing social media content, and conducting interviews with athletes and coaches. You’ll collaborate closely with athletic departments, photographers, videographers, and other media professionals to ensure timely and accurate coverage. Flexibility is important, as work hours may include evenings and weekends around game schedules. This dynamic environment allows you to continuously develop your reporting, content creation, and digital media skills while playing a key part in promoting collegiate sports programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a college sports media position?

To thrive in College Sports Media, you need strong skills in journalism, storytelling, and sports knowledge, usually backed by a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Experience with digital content management systems, video editing software, social media platforms, and sometimes accreditation from sports media associations are highly valuable. Excellent communication, teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are standout soft skills. These abilities are crucial for producing timely, engaging coverage and collaborating effectively with coaches, athletes, and media colleagues in a fast-paced collegiate sports environment.

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Infographic showing various College Sports Media job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Internship, 56% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $83,601 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

Social Media Producer, College Sports

Paramount

Manhattan, NY

$64K - $81K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


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Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

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Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is... YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

About the Role
CBS Sports is looking for a College Sports Social Producer to help manage the CBS Sports College Football and CBS Sports College Basketball social accounts across all platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube. This is a role for someone who lives and breathes college sports and knows how to turn a big moment into content that resonates with fans. You'll be at the center of the action-covering breaking news, major storylines, and live games-while working alongside our talent, production, marketing, and communications teams to grow our social presence.

What You'll Do

   Create engaging, platform-optimized content around breaking news, major storylines, and game coverage
   Watch CBS Sports programming to identify notable segments from our studio shows and podcasts, and turn them into content optimized for social platforms
   Lead live social coverage of college basketball and football games on CBS and CBS Sports Network
   Work closely with our marketing, communications, and production teams
   Work in studio with our talent to develop social concepts, shoot with them, and edit vertical video
What You'll Bring
   3+ years of experience in social media, content production, or a related field
   Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, with a hunger to continually improve your craft
   Deep knowledge of college sports-history, notable players, teams, storylines, and the current landscape
   A strong sense of what works on each platform and an instinct for fast-moving, culturally relevant content
   The ability to work quickly and calmly during live events and breaking news
Schedule & Flexibility
This role requires flexibility to work nights and weekends, especially during college football and college basketball seasons, when much of our live game coverage takes place.
Compensation


CBS Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including THE NFL ON CBS; college football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR. 

In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24-hour cable home of CBS Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage. 

CBS Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on Paramount+, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE NFL for Paramount+. CBS Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $64,800.00 - 81,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.   

What We Offer:
  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
  • Generous paid time off.
  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
  • Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.


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