Sports Editor

ThePeoria Journal Star/ of the USA TODAY NETWORK is seeking an editor to lead the sports desk that covers high school sports in central Illinois Bradley University basketballandother items of local ideal candidate willwork with our experienced sports writers accentuating their work with defteditingheadlinewritingand SEO editor will be the lead for the sports department onourprintanddigitalplatformscoordinating with an award-winningphotographer toensure we get memorablevisuals for routine stories and championship this role you will:Respond to arobustlocal sports communityAssign and edit storiesforcollegiate highschooland recreationaland minor leaguesportsOccasionally coordinatecoverage for multiple sitesEstablish and maintainongoing lines of communication among sports teams across the USA TODAY NetworkMonitor metricsanduse SEO best practiceWrite columns briefs trending articlesand/or predictionsRequirements:Bachelors or masters degree in journalism or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience5 years of relevant management/supervisory experienceProven proficiency in applying analytics to content strategyStrong communication and collaboration skillsExposure to deadline-driven environmentExceptional planning and organizational skillsSEO knowledgeSelf-motivation and self-directionStrong line-editing skillsStrong people-management skillsStrong problem-solving skillsIndustry knowledge:Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment from game coverage to fan experiencesUnderstanding of how to engage audiences on digital platformsThe ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressureThe ability to work collaborativelyHow To Apply:We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you applydontlimit your upload to a resume; show us whatyouvedone. To do so put together a single document file that includes the following in this order:1. Your resume one to two pages.2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us whatyouveproduced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1