Lead Sports Editor: Local News & Digital Coverage

Adams MultiMedia LLC; Hibbing (MN); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams MultiMedia LLC in Hibbing, MN is seeking a Sports Editor to lead local sports coverage and plan content for the sports desk.

You will edit stories, coordinate reporters and photographers, and supervise schedules to ensure timely, accurate coverage across local, regional, and national sports.

The role requires strong writing, newsroom leadership, and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Working experience in the journalistic field, preferably with writing background.
• Strong writing skills and an excellent portfolio.
• Ability to work both self-sufficiently and in a team.
• Demonstrated news judgement.
• An eye for detail along with critical thinking.
• A penchant for organization and multitasking.
• An understanding and interest in the use of computers and technology.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day local sports news coverage and content planning.
• Assign and edit stories; coordinate reporters and editors.
• Oversee selection and placement of regional, national and international sports news.
• Design or supervise pagination of Sports section pages.
• Ensure local sports coverage priority and accuracy.

Skills

Journalism experience

Strong writing skills

Team collaboration

News judgement

Attention to detail

Organization & multitasking

Tech literacy

Tools

Computers and technology

Job description

Adams MultiMedia LLC in Hibbing, MN is seeking a Sports Editor to lead local sports coverage and plan content for the sports desk.

You will edit stories, coordinate reporters and photographers, and supervise schedules to ensure timely, accurate coverage across local, regional, and national sports.

The role requires strong writing, newsroom leadership, and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.