Sports Reporter

Aiken, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Aiken Standard seeks a qualified and motivated Sports Reporter to produce comprehensive coverage of local and regional sports for print digital and social media platforms. The individual in this position will create written photographic and video content that aligns with the organizations editorial standards and enhances audience engagement across multiple channels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Research report and write timely and accurate sports news and feature articles for print and digital publication.
Cover a wide range of athletic events including high school collegiate and community sports.
Produce multimedia content including short videos highlight reels and interviews for digital and social media platforms.
Publish and promote sports stories using and official social media accounts to increase online engagement and readership.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with coaches athletes and local sports organizations.
Collaborate with editors photographers and other newsroom staff to plan and execute sports coverage.
Ensure all content meets journalistic standards for accuracy fairness clarity and ethical reporting.
Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required by sports schedules and event coverage needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Journalism Communications or a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of one year of experience in reporting preferably in sports journalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with AP style and editorial best practices.
Familiarity with video production and editing software preferred.
Working knowledge of social media platforms and content management systems.
Ability to work under deadline pressure and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance paid time off and 401(k) participation.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.

Application Process

Qualified applicants should submit a résumé cover letter and a portfolio or links to recent work samples demonstrating writing and multimedia experience.

The Aiken Standard seeks a qualified and motivated Sports Reporter to produce comprehensive coverage of local and regional sports for print digital and social media platforms. The individual in this position will create written photographic and video content that aligns with the organizations editor...

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Research report and write timely and accurate sports news and feature articles for print and digital publication.
Cover a wide range of athletic events including high school collegiate and community sports.
Produce multimedia content including short videos highlight reels and interviews for digital and social media platforms.
Publish and promote sports stories using and official social media accounts to increase online engagement and readership.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with coaches athletes and local sports organizations.
Collaborate with editors photographers and other newsroom staff to plan and execute sports coverage.
Ensure all content meets journalistic standards for accuracy fairness clarity and ethical reporting.
Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required by sports schedules and event coverage needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Journalism Communications or a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of one year of experience in reporting preferably in sports journalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with AP style and editorial best practices.
Familiarity with video production and editing software preferred.
Working knowledge of social media platforms and content management systems.
Ability to work under deadline pressure and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance paid time off and 401(k) participation.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.

Application Process

Qualified applicants should submit a résumé cover letter and a portfolio or links to recent work samples demonstrating writing and multimedia experience.