Sports Reporter, Pueblo CO

The Pueblo Chieftain , part of the USA TODAY Network , is seeking a reporter to join our sports team who can crea te impactful stories about the sports scene in and around south central Colorado .

The people of Pueblo are devout followers of local sports, particularly high school football, wrestling, and Colorado State University Pueblo athletics. To quench that thirst, we need a reporter who can hunt down a variety of types of stories : B reaking news, well- told features , updates on teams and athletes . There are also opportunities for enterprise reporting and we know that social media-driven content engages our readers more and more every day.

Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains about 100 miles south of Denver, Pueblo is a vibrant city known for its cultural diversity, delicious food, and 300 days of annual sunshine.

With its easy access to outdoor amenities - including the most popular state park in Colorado and the Arkansas River -- high-desert climate, and affordability, Pueblo provides some of the best opportunities Colorado has to offer and also serves as the gateway to the Southwest.

Responsibilities:

• Create storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms through the use of metrics.
• Work toward becoming the community's leading voice of expertise in high school sports.
• Connect with the community through storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.). Provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues.
• Work with editor and content strategist to evaluate what's working and what's not and develop ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
• Collaborate to provide appropriate elements for stories ( i.e. photos, videos and graphics). Capture basic photos and video as needed.
• Promote personal brand , the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand .
• Provide great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions.

Requirements:

• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state law .
• Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous reporting experience preferred ; even better if you've covered sports.
• Proficiency on social media platforms; including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Reddit.
• AI and automation literacy and a willingness or experience in using it to enhance their journalism .
• Experience shooting and editing photos and video on a mobile device.
• Strong communication skills, news judgement and headline-writing ability.
• Ability to multitask and excel under intense deadline pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently.
• Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills; familiarity with AP style.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Comfort building a beat and communicating with athletes and coaches.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

• Your resume - one to two pages.
• A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
• Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It 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.

This position is part of a guild. We offer a competitive base salary and career growth opportunities. We also offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, employee discount program and domestic partner benefits.

The annualized base salary for this role will range between $45,000 and $47,000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable .

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