Dynamic High School Sports Reporter (Multimedia)

USA TODAY Co., Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. seeks a dynamic sports reporter to lead high school sports coverage in Western North Carolina, blending digital skills with compelling storytelling. The role emphasizes photography, video and social engagement to connect with readers across platforms.

The ideal candidate will write with authority, adapt to fast-breaking news, and grow a beat within our local newsroom, contributing to trusted journalism and audience growth in Asheville and surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in communications or journalism or equivalent.
• 1–2 years' reporting experience preferred.
• Adept at taking photos and video and the ability to file quickly across platforms: mobile, desktop and social media.
• Strong command of grammar and AP Style.
• Strong copy-editing skills and the ability to produce content that is clean, accurate and 'publication ready.'
• Passionate and enthusiastic about news and content that will work well with audiences on social platforms.
• Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations.
• A desire to grow and develop a key beat in our newsrooms.
• Comfortable using social media to enhance reporting and promote stories.
• Understands reporting ethics and sourcing.
• Excels in a fast-paced news environment and understands the digital first mission.
• Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories.
• Able to work occasional late nights or weekends as needed by the news cycle.
• This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle record check & drug screen (for driving roles only).

Responsibilities

• Be the area’s leading voice in high school sports.
• Connect with the community through social media, including Instagram.
• Craft coverage based on historical success and adapt approach based on digital metrics and audience needs.
• 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.

Skills

Journalism

AP Style

Storytelling

Deadline-driven

Photo/video basics

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Communications or Journalism

Tools

Video editing

Social media platforms

Mobile reporting tools

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. seeks a dynamic sports reporter to lead high school sports coverage in Western North Carolina, blending digital skills with compelling storytelling. The role emphasizes photography, video and social engagement to connect with readers across platforms.

The ideal candidate will write with authority, adapt to fast-breaking news, and grow a beat within our local newsroom, contributing to trusted journalism and audience growth in Asheville and surrounding communities.