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Tribune Media

Sports Director - News

New York, NY

$55K - $65K/yr

WTEN-TV, the ABC Affiliate in Albany, New York is hiring a full-time Sports Director. The Sports ... Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing ...

WOWK-TV

Sports Director - News

New York, NY

$55K - $65K/yr

WTEN-TV, the ABC Affiliate in Albany, New York is hiring a full-time Sports Director. The Sports ... Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing ...

Nexstar Media Group

Sports Director - News

Albany, NY · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

WTEN-TV, the ABC Affiliate in Albany, New York is hiring a full-time Sports Director. The Sports ... Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing ...

Nexstar Media Group

Photographer (Sports)

New York, NY · On-site

$42.97/hr

WPIX is looking for a full-time Sports Photographer/Editor. The Sports Photographer is responsible ... Excellent communication skills, both oral and written * High school diploma * Fluency in English

WOWK-TV

Photographer (Sports)

New York, NY

$42.97/hr

WPIX is looking for a full-time Sports Photographer/Editor. TheSports Photographeris responsible ... Excellent communication skills, both oral and written * High school diploma * Fluency in English

Tribune Media

Photographer (Sports)

New York, NY · On-site

$42.97/hr

WPIX is looking for a full-time Sports Photographer/Editor. TheSports Photographeris responsible ... Excellent communication skills, both oral and written * High school diploma * Fluency in English

The Washington Post

D.C. Sports Reporter

Washington, DC

$73K - $110K/yr

Though the job will contain elements of a traditional NFL beat reporter, this reporter should be ... Report deeply and write stylishly, upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness and rigor.

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Sixers Beat Writer, Sports

Sixers Beat Writer, Sports

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Summary
The Philadelphia Inquirer is seeking an experienced basketball writer to cover the Philadelphia 76ers, one of five major professional sports teams in a city and region known for its passionate fan base.
What You will Do
  • The Sixers beat writer will report to a team/assignment editor and work with teammates, including other beat writers and nationally recognized columnists.
    You will serve as the Inquirer's eyes and ears at Xfinity Mobile Arena and the team facility in Camden, NJ, on players, coaches and key front office officials at practices and games, at home and on the road.
  • You will be vigilant and reactive to all Sixers breaking news, and be available to write news stories as they happen, including in real time in the Inquirer's live blog.
  • You will monitor Sixers topics trending on social media, as well as NBA and sports-adjacent story ideas that touch on business, fashion, culture, lifestyle and personality.
  • You will be an active participant in developing coverage strategy with the rest of the editorial team, including creating content (video, audio or written) on social media and various off-platform entities such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.
  • You will serve as a front-facing sports personality, with the ability to discuss topics pertinent to the team on multiple Inquirer platforms, including video projects and podcasts.
  • You will be expected to build a local following, an audience who will engage with your content in any format - written, audio, video and social - to help promote Inquirer content across those landscapes.
  • The Sixers beat writer is expected to continue the Inquirer's long tradition of news breaking and in-depth storytelling while bringing a fresh and digital-first approach to the beat.
  • You will contribute to an inclusive and positive work environment.

Who We're looking for
  • The ideal candidate will be fully committed to a team-first ecosystem. This person is a dogged, thought-provoking interviewer who can recognize quickly what the story is but is someone patient enough to allow a story to develop when needed.
  • The Sixers beat writer comes with an established network of sources and contacts across sports but especially the NBA. He/she also is someone who can quickly build rapport and trust with new sources, has an effective gauge of Philadelphia's sports culture - especially the Sixers' rabid fan base - and will collaborate thoughtfully with editors and fellow writers to craft well-reported and researched stories.
  • Journalism experience is a requirement, and a familiarity with Philadelphia is an asset. Philadelphia has a long history of college and high school basketball excellence and a working knowledge of both is recommended.
  • The ideal candidate will be based in Philadelphia. Heavy travel in-season should be expected including split road trips with your beat partner.
  • You should deliver insightful stories in the offseason, especially during the slowest news weeks, with reporting and analysis that demonstrates to readers The Inquirer's expertise on the beat. We're looking for a reporter who brings an endless list of ideas to their beat, during the season and offseason.
  • You should also be a talented wordsmith and idea creator, working closely not only with your sport editor but with editors on other sports that fall within your knowledge wheelhouse. You should always be thinking about what's next for players, the team, the league, and what readers are looking forward to.
  • The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of beat experience, covering high-level college or professional sports, including the NBA. He/she will have deep knowledge of sports' increasing influence on society and culture.
  • This is a highly competitive beat that requires a writer with a high motor. You and your beat partner will own all aspects of covering the team, on and off the field. You will be expected to break news, or react quickly to news and casual fan content.
  • The public-facing nature of this job requires a confident public speaker who can convene diverse audiences and lead discussions in creative and productive ways on camera. Further, this candidate will be an active participant on social media, helping produce written stories into social posts that stand on their own.

About Us.
The Philadelphia Inquirer is the media brand of record in Philadelphia and the region, and the largest news media organization in the state of Pennsylvania. A daily habit for almost 200 years, The Inquirer delivers Pulitzer Prize-winning news, sports, food, and lifestyle journalism multi-platform: Inquirer.com, Inquirer newspaper, e-editions, apps, newsletters, social, video, podcasts, and live events, generating 15M monthly impressions. Locally owned and headquartered in Philadelphia, no media brand is more deeply connected to the city or better understands what drives it. Our influence also extends across key drive markets, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, as well as to Philadelphia expats who live across the country and root for the Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, Flyers, Union and Philadelphia's college teams.
The Inquirer is an equal opportunity employer for all regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state and/or local law.
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