High School Sports Reporter

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS REPORTER

PennLive is looking for a fast-moving, digitally savvy high school sports reporter to join our award-winning team.

This role goes far beyond traditional game coverage. 

We’re seeking a content creator who can cover stories in real time and transform that coverage into compelling written articles and far-reaching vertical video to expand reach.

The ideal candidate will also be a multitasker, juggling those daily assignments, with top performer lists, all-star teams and authoritative rankings.

The base salary range is $45,000 to $50,000 per year.

Requirements:

• Have a degree in journalism or communication, or an equivalent education and work experience with proven ability in journalism reporting and writing.
• Minimum of two years of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing required.
• Speed, accuracy, and creativity are essential.
• Strong news judgment, sharp writing skills, and a solid grasp of digital storytelling are musts.
• You should be energized by a busy local sports scene, able to pivot between sports throughout the year, and eager to connect with readers, viewers and listeners.
• Night, weekend, and travel assignments will be central to the role.
• This job requires reliable transportation to meet sources

Please upload samples of your best work or a list of story links when you apply.