Sports Reporter Job at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in Sioux Falls

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The Argus Leader / argusleader.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK , is seeking a driven reporter who is energized by the opportunity to deliver enterprising college and high school sports coverage to our digital and print audiences.

The primary focus of college coverage is South Dakota State University, with a secondary focus on the University of South Dakota. Preps reporting will concentrate on recruiting, stories on players and coaches and regional and state tournament competitions.

This position requires someone who thinks digital first. Multimedia skills are a must, including the ability to produce and edit video and engage the local audience.

We’re looking for someone who goes beyond traditional game coverage to provide sharp analysis about why games were won or lost. We want someone who understands sports is a metaphor for life and loves to find and write stories that capture the struggles and aspirations of student athletes and their families.

The right candidate will be someone who can build sources and break news, including college commitments of top South Dakota recruits.

Sioux Falls is a growing city of 200,000 people that’s a hub of health care, agriculture and industry and regularly tops national lists for livability and opportunities for young professionals.

Key Attributes

• Driven to be the premier source of sports information in Sioux Falls and South Dakota.
• The ability to report and write compelling stories that serve our existing audience and attract new readers.
• Passionate about getting information to the audience first and using appropriate platforms to connect audiences with the types of content they prefer, including videos, social media and podcasting.
• Self-starter with the ability to develop relationships through phone calls, text messaging and social media.
• Enjoys being part of a team and collaborating with others to benefit our statewide coverage and its audience.

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Application Instructions

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. Put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order :

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.

Gannett Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of protected characteristics or other classifications. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation should contact Recruit@gannett.com.

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