College Sports Reporter

College Sports ReporterThe Oklahoman the states leading news organizationishiringfor a reporter to covercollegeathletics. This is a unique opportunity to covertopprogramsin the highly competitive Southeastern Conference at a time when the Oklahoma Sooners are competingfor NCAA championships in areseekingan ambitious fast digitally minded reporter who is hungry to be first with the news andproducesasubstantialoutput of content. This reportercan go beyond game coverage to offer analysis and compelling journalism that will surprise readers and keep them coming football is a year-roundpriority this reporter will also team with columnists and the OU beatwriterto lead coverage of othersportsincluding basketball baseball softballand gymnastics as audience interest successful candidate will be self-motivated and adept at growing an audiencethrough great content smart use of social media and multimedia and promoting their brand andworkon TVpodcastsand live is a stellar opportunity for someone withthree to five years ofsportsreporting experience. The successful candidate who will be basedin the Oklahoma City metro area must be able to meet tight deadlines and travelas :Research report and produce compelling content that informs and engages thoughtful analysis of complex issues and video photos and social media to spotlight breaking news and high-interest content in alternative forms (listicles Q&As narratives photo galleries podcasts video that are tailored to the right platform (mobile desktop social media) to best reach the real-time metrics to respond to user demand and reader :Bachelors degreeor equivalent experience. Three to five years of professional journalism -level writing communication and time management ability to work well on deadline and use multimedia to supplement their track record for keen news judgment ethical decision-making and fair role requires a valid drivers license reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state InstructionsWe are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so please submit:Your resume one to two pages.A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-NC1