Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee sports coverage for our weekly print edition
- Write and edit sports articles, focusing on local high school and college athletics
- Develop story ideas and maintain a calendar of local sporting events
- Collaborate with other editors to ensure comprehensive local coverage
- Requirements: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of AP style and sports terminology Familiarity with Richmond area sports scene, especially high school and college levels
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
- Preferred: 2+ years of experience in sports journalism or editing
- Understanding of the paper's historical significance in the community Hours: Approximately 20-25 hours per week, schedule to be determined
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and three samples of your sports writing to craigbelcher@richmondfreepress.com
