College Sports Reporter: Fast, Multimedia Coverage

USA TODAY Co., Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is seeking a College Sports Reporter for The Oklahoman and the USA TODAY NETWORK to cover top programs in the SEC and provide compelling journalism from Oklahoma City.

The role emphasizes fast, digital-first storytelling across platforms including TV, podcasts and live radio. The successful candidate will be ambitious, proactive, and capable of growing an audience through social media and multimedia and collaborating with OU beat writers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of professional journalism experience.
• High-level writing, communication and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well on deadline and use multimedia to supplement their reach.
• Demonstrated track record for keen news judgment, ethical decision-making and fair play.
• This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Research, report and produce compelling content that informs and engages readers.
• Provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues and situations.
• Use video, photos and social media to spotlight breaking news and high-interest events.
• Produce content in alternative forms (listicles, Q&As, narratives, photo galleries, podcasts, video) tailored to the right platform to best reach the audience.
• Use real-time metrics to respond to user demand and reader interest.

Skills

High-level writing

Time management

Deadline-driven

Multimedia storytelling

News judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is seeking a College Sports Reporter for The Oklahoman and the USA TODAY NETWORK to cover top programs in the SEC and provide compelling journalism from Oklahoma City.

The role emphasizes fast, digital-first storytelling across platforms including TV, podcasts and live radio. The successful candidate will be ambitious, proactive, and capable of growing an audience through social media and multimedia and collaborating with OU beat writers.