San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat ... The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and ...
Iselin, NJ · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
Iselin, NJ · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
Iselin, NJ · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
Iselin, NJ · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$23.25 - $31.50/hr
We are looking for an aggressive reporter who, as the lead beat writer on the Buffalo Bills, can ... sports editor will become APSE president in July. Our ideal candidate will be able to break news ...
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
$65K - $75K/yr
New Jersey youth and travel sports. In this newly created role, you will expand our reporting ... A self-starter excited to build a brand-new beat from the ground up. * Strong reporting and writing ...
Melville, NY · On-site
$23.89/hr
This role requires strong writing, reporting and interviewing skills and the ability to compile ... The ability to cover a high school sports beat while building strong relationships with coaches ...
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Melville, NY · On-site
$23.89/hr
This role requires strong writing, reporting and interviewing skills and the ability to compile ... The ability to cover a high school sports beat while building strong relationships with coaches ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
... written beat coverage based on audience tendencies and metrics. We want someone who is a self ... sports director and deputy region sports directors to evaluate what's working use metrics to ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
... written beat coverage based on audience tendencies and metrics. We want someone who is a self ... sports director and deputy region sports directors to evaluate what's working use metrics to ...
The Leaf Chronicle , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a high-energy writer who can own high ... College or other high-level sports beat experience preferred; strong digital skills required.
The Leaf Chronicle , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a high-energy writer who can own high ... College or other high-level sports beat experience preferred; strong digital skills required.
Greenville, SC · On-site
... written beat coverage based on audience tendencies and metrics. We want someone who is a self ... sports director and deputy region sports directors to evaluate what's working use metrics to ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
... written beat coverage based on audience tendencies and metrics. We want someone who is a self ... sports director and deputy region sports directors to evaluate what's working use metrics to ...
The Leaf Chronicle , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a high-energy writer who can own high ... College or other high-level sports beat experience preferred; strong digital skills required.
The Leaf Chronicle , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a high-energy writer who can own high ... College or other high-level sports beat experience preferred; strong digital skills required.
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports -- including basketball, baseball, softball and ...
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports -- including basketball, baseball, softball and ...
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports -- including basketball, baseball, softball and ...
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports -- including basketball, baseball, softball and ...
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports - including basketball, baseball, softball and gymnastics ...
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
While football is a year-round priority, this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beat writer to lead coverage of other sports - including basketball, baseball, softball and gymnastics ...
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A Sports Beat Writer is a journalist who covers a specific sports team, league, or topic on an ongoing basis. They attend games, interview players and coaches, analyze performances, and report news related to their assigned beat. Their job involves writing articles, breaking news stories, and providing insightful commentary for newspapers, websites, or other media outlets. Strong research skills, in-depth sports knowledge, and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential in this role.
A Sports Beat Writer requires strong journalism fundamentals such as reporting, interviewing, and writing, usually supported by a degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with digital content management systems, social media tools, and multimedia platforms is important for publishing and promoting stories. Excellent time management, adaptability, and relationship-building skills help writers thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing sports environment. These competencies are crucial for delivering accurate, timely, and engaging coverage that resonates with audiences and meets editorial standards.
Sports beat writers often work irregular hours, including nights and weekends, to cover live events, conduct interviews, and meet tight publishing deadlines. Game schedules, breaking news, and team practices can require flexibility and the ability to quickly turn around stories, sometimes within just a few hours. Writers should be prepared for frequent travel and on-location reporting, especially during busy seasons or playoffs. This dynamic schedule makes adaptability and efficient time management important for success in the role.
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Sports Reporter - Golden State Warriors
The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a beat writer to cover one of the world's premier sports franchises - the Golden State Warriors. The beat writer will be responsible for reporting developments on the team, covering games and writing features and profiles that transcend day-to-day coverage. Consistent with The Chronicle's focus on delivering postgame analysis from its game coverage, your focus writing off games will be on important takeaways and evaluating key performances, and not recapping the action.
The reporter will work closely with his or her editor, along with other members of the award-winning San Francisco Chronicle sports department, to plan intelligent and in-depth enterprise and investigative stories for both SFChronicle.com, the print newspaper and other digital news products.
What will you do:
What will it take to be successful?
Requirements:
The successful candidate must be based in the Bay Area or willing to move to the region..
In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in California. The reasonable estimate is between $80,000 and $90,000. A final decision on the successful candidate's starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.
About the San Francisco Chronicle:
The San Francisco Chronicle (www.sfchronicle.com) is the largest newspaper in Northern California and the second largest on the West Coast. Acquired by the Hearst Corporation in 2000, The San Francisco Chronicle was founded in 1865 by Charles and Michael de Young and has been awarded seven Pulitzer Prizes for journalistic excellence, including the 2026 award for explanatory reporting.
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