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Sports Writer

Fort Payne Times - Journal
Fort Payne, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/15/2024

```Job Overview```
We are seeking a talented and passionate Sports Writer to join our team. As a Sports Writer, you will have the opportunity to cover a wide range of sports events and write engaging articles for our publication. If you have a strong passion for sports and excellent writing skills, we want to hear from you.

```Responsibilities```
- Attend sports events and conduct interviews with athletes, coaches, and other relevant individuals
- Write high-quality articles that provide insightful analysis, game summaries, and player profiles
- Conduct thorough research to ensure accurate and up-to-date information
- Fact check all information before publishing to maintain credibility
- Collaborate with the editorial team to brainstorm ideas and develop content strategies
- Utilize social media platforms to promote articles and engage with readers
- Produce video content related to sports events and interviews
- Capture compelling photographs to accompany articles

```Experience```
- Proven experience in sports writing or journalism
- Strong knowledge of various sports and their rules
- Proficiency in video production and editing
- Familiarity with social media management platforms
- Excellent writing skills with a keen eye for detail
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Bilingual proficiency is a plus
- Copywriting experience is desirable

If you are passionate about sports, have excellent writing skills, and enjoy covering live events, we encourage you to apply. Join our team of dedicated Sports Writers and be part of delivering exciting sports content to our readers.

Note: Please submit writing samples or a portfolio along with your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Holidays
  • Nights as needed
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Fort Payne, AL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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