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Sports Reporter, Amarillo TX

Amarillo, TX

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High School Sports Reporter

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High School Sports Reporter

Austin, TX · Hybrid

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level sports beat writer in the United States is $54,981.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Sports Beat Writer vs Entry Level Sports Journalist?

AspectEntry Level Sports Beat WriterEntry Level Sports Journalist
CredentialsBachelor's in Journalism, Communications, or related fieldBachelor's in Journalism, Communications, or related field
Work EnvironmentNewspapers, online media, sports networksNewspapers, online media, sports networks
Job FocusCovering specific sports teams or events regularlyReporting on sports news, features, and broader topics
Common UsageAssigned to specific beats or teamsCovering a variety of sports topics and stories

Both roles typically require similar educational backgrounds and work environments. The main difference is that a Sports Beat Writer focuses on covering specific teams or sports regularly, while a Sports Journalist may cover a broader range of sports news and stories. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers target their applications effectively.

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Sports Reporter, Amarillo TX

Sports Reporter, Amarillo TX

gannett

Amarillo, TX

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Gannett rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 65 rated media

Job description

The Amarillo Globe-News, part of theUSA TODAY NETWORK,is looking for a multimedia journalist to cover athletics in the Texas Panhandle both in words and visuals. 

The Globe-News covers high school sports in a competitive market, and the ideal candidate will know how to: Report quickly for social media and other digital platforms from live events, tell the stories of athletes on and off the field and create enterprise that asks questions and further explains how high school sports in Texas survive and thrive. 

While it goes without saying that Friday night lights in Texas are important, quick-hit and deep-dive coverage across the full high school sports spectrum gets our readers’ attention. This position is part of the USA TODAY Network’s coverage of West Texas high school athletics, collaborating with four other newsrooms. 

Amarillo is a growing city of more than 200,000 located about four hours northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area and is the economic heart of the Texas Panhandle region. Amarillo is a diverse community with a Double-A baseball team, the colorful history of Route 66, a thriving entertainment scene and lively downtown. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Create storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms through the use of metrics.
  • Work toward becoming the community’s leading voice of expertise in high school sports.
  • Connect with the community through storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.). Provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues.
  • Work with editor and content strategist to evaluate what's working and what's not and develop ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
  • Collaborate to provide appropriate elements for stories (i.e. photos, videos and graphics). Capture basic photos and video as needed.
  • Promote personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand.
  • Provide great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions. 

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's or master’s degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
  • Previous reporting experiencepreferred; even better if you've covered sports.
  • Proficiency on social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Reddit.
  • Experience shooting and editing photos and video on a mobile device.
  • Strong communication skills, news judgement and headline-writing ability.
  • Ability to multitask and excel under intense deadline pressure.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently.
  • Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills; familiarity with AP style.
  • Candidates should have AI and automation literacy and experience in using it to enhance their journalism.
  • Ability to work some nights and weekends.
  • Comfort building a beat and communicating with athletes and coaches. 

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: 

  1. Your resume – one to two pages.
  2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
  3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role. 

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. 

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