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... news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX ... major sporting events. Why Join Our Sports Team? As a per diem producer in a Top 10 market, you ...

... news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX ... major sporting events. Why Join Our Sports Team? As a per diem producer in a Top 10 market, you ...

Experience managing social coverage for major sporting events, tentpole moments, or breaking news events that generated audiences in the millions * Experience incorporating AI tools into content ...

... sporting venues, amazing concerts, fantastic foodie destinations and tons of community-centric events, and Northwest Arkansas can't be beat! In fact, U.S. News ranks Fayetteville in the top ten best ...

ASSIGNMENT MANAGER -WMC-TV

Memphis, TN · On-site

$119K - $124K/yr

... sporting events for ESPN Plus. Job Summary/Description: Action News 5 is looking for an Assignment Manager to serve as the nerve center of our newsroom, monitoring police scanners, fielding tips ...

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How much do sporting news jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for sporting news in the United States is $48,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $55,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sporting News job?

A Sporting News job typically involves reporting, writing, editing, or producing content related to sports. Employees may cover live events, analyze games, conduct interviews, or manage digital media platforms. Roles vary from journalists and editors to social media managers and content strategists. The focus is on delivering timely, engaging, and accurate sports news to a wide audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sporting News position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sporting News Reporter, you need strong writing, journalism, and sports analysis skills, typically supported by a degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with digital content management systems, video editing tools, and social media platforms is often crucial. Creativity, adaptability, and networking abilities are valuable soft skills for standing out in the fast-paced media landscape. These competencies enable effective coverage, audience engagement, and timely reporting essential to success in sports journalism.

What does a typical workday look like for a Sporting News Reporter?

A typical day for a Sporting News Reporter involves researching and writing articles, conducting interviews with athletes or coaches, attending live games or press conferences, and posting updates on digital platforms. The role often requires close collaboration with editors, photographers, and social media coordinators to ensure accurate and timely coverage. Reporters frequently work under tight deadlines and may need to adapt quickly to breaking news or last-minute changes in game schedules. This dynamic environment offers variety and excitement, making it an excellent fit for passionate sports enthusiasts.

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Infographic showing various Sporting News job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Full Time, 72% Part Time, and 14% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,077 per year, or $23.1 per hour.
Sports Producer

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago


Fox News rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 65 rated media


Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
In a major sports market, fans expect high-energy, accurate, and deeply engaging coverage. We are looking for a versatile, sharp, and highly motivated Sports Producer (Per Diem) to help anchor our sports coverage across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
This role is for a true multimedia specialist who can line-produce a polished studio show, drop everything to cover a breaking local sports story, shoot game highlights, and deliver unscripted live-stream content from the field. If you live and breathe sports and thrive under the pressure of a live control room, we want you on our team.
The Role: What You'll Do
You will wear multiple hats-frequently within the same shift-to ensure our sports coverage dominates the market.
  • Show Production: Line-produce long-form sports programs and daily sportscasts, writing fast-paced conversational scripts and coordinating dynamic graphic elements.
  • Content Gathering: Hit the field to interview athletes and coaches, shoot game highlights, and edit high-impact feature packages on tight deadlines.
  • Live Streaming & Hosting: Present extended, unscripted live coverage from the field using mobile journalism gear, as well as reporting live in-studio or from major sports venues.
  • Enterprise Reporting: Use your local and national sports contacts to break stories, develop fresh feature angles, and actively contribute to daily sports department planning.
  • Digital Strategy: Write compelling text copy for our digital platforms and optimize sports content for our website and social media channels.
  • Travel Operations: Travel on short-notice or overnight assignments-domestically or internationally-and utilize file-based systems to feed material back to the station.

What You Bring to the Table
We are looking for a self-starting sports journalist with extensive knowledge of local and national teams.
  • The Broadcast Edge: Exceptional sports writing skills with a mastery of conversational copy, immaculate grammar, and a deep understanding of show pacing.
  • Technical Versatility: Proven capability to independently shoot, edit, and transmit video from remote locations without direct supervision.
  • On-Camera/Mic Delivery: Excellent communication skills and the poise required to handle unscripted live reporting and major market press conferences.
  • Deadline Agility: The ability to prioritize tasks and maintain absolute accuracy under the intense time constraints of live sports television.

Education & Experience
  • Experience: Two (2) years of experience producing or reporting sports for a commercial television station or regional sports network (RSN) is preferred.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
  • Drone Operations: Experience with commercial drone flight operations (FAA Part 107) is a strong plus.

Requirements
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Must have (or be able to quickly obtain) a valid passport for international travel.
  • Flexibility to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays to align with major sporting events.

Why Join Our Sports Team?
As a per diem producer in a Top 10 market, you will have access to professional and collegiate sports ecosystems at the highest level. This is a premier platform to showcase your hustle, keep your technical skills sharp, and contribute to an award-winning team that sets the standard for local sports coverage.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $34.37-37.50 per hour.