SPORTS REPORTER

Company: The Day Publishing
Location: New London
Posted on: April 25, 2025

Job Description:

THE DAY PUBLISHING

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New London, CT

Has an immediate opening for the following position


SPORTS REPORTER
(Shoreline Editorial)

Position Summary:

The Sports Reporter is responsible for reporting on various sports across the Connecticut shoreline community newspapers. This position requires attending key games and events as needed to deliver engaging and insightful stories that capture the spirit of local athletes and teams. The ideal candidate will excel at conducting interviews with coaches and players, gathering compelling quotes and statistics to enrich coverage. Responsibilities include tracking regular and post-season results and contributing weekly bylined articles.

Essential Duties:

Cover a variety of community and high school sports across the Connecticut shoreline community newspapers, attending key games and events as needed.

Write engaging and well-researched stories that highlight the achievements of athletes, teams, and coaches.

Conduct interviews with coaches, athletes, and other relevant sources to gather compelling quotes and accurate statistics.

Track and maintain regular season and postseason results for covered teams.

Develop and pitch creative and timely story ideas that extend beyond game recaps.

Contribute to weekly roundups, providing summaries and insights on notable performances and outcomes.

Maintain a strong presence within the community, fostering relationships with athletes, coaches, and families.

Adhere to journalistic standards by ensuring accuracy, fairness, and professionalism in all reporting.

Collaborate with the sports editors to refine content and meet publication deadlines.

Stay informed about trends and developments in high school sports to enhance coverage and story ideas.

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Confidentiality:

Maintains confidentiality of all records and information.

Conduct:

Always Represents The Day and Shore Publishing Company in a professional and courteous manner.

Dependability:

Regularly attend and are punctual for work.

Supervision Received:

Reports to Sports Editor.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to think strategically.

A deep understanding of editorial best practices and style guidelines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with text management and desktop publishing software.
Proficient computer and software skills (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Presteligence (Content Management Software).
Highly motivated, self-starting individual with initiative and drive to succeed.
Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and telephone.

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Ability to cover events as required.

Send, fax or e-mail qualifications and salary requirements to:
The Day Publishing Company
Human Resources Department
47 Eugene O'Neill Drive, P.O. Box 1231
New London, CT 06320
humanresources@theday.com
Fax: 860-443-6322
The Day Publishing Company is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity.

THE DAY PUBLISHING
New London, CT

Has an immediate opening for the following position


SPORTS REPORTER
(Shoreline Editorial)

Position Summary:

The Sports Reporter is responsible for reporting on various sports across the Connecticut shoreline community newspapers. This position requires attending key games and events as needed to deliver engaging and insightful stories that capture the spirit of local athletes and teams. The ideal candidate will excel at conducting interviews with coaches and players, gathering compelling quotes and statistics to enrich coverage. Responsibilities include tracking regular and post-season results and contributing weekly bylined articles.

Essential Duties:

Cover a variety of community and high school sports across the Connecticut shoreline community newspapers, attending key games and events as needed.

Write engaging and well-researched stories that highlight the achievements of athletes, teams, and coaches.

Conduct interviews with coaches, athletes, and other relevant sources to gather compelling quotes and accurate statistics.

Track and maintain regular season and postseason results for covered teams.

Develop and pitch creative and timely story ideas that extend beyond game recaps.

Contribute to weekly roundups, providing summaries and insights on notable performances and outcomes.

Maintain a strong presence within the community, fostering relationships with athletes, coaches, and families.

Adhere to journalistic standards by ensuring accuracy, fairness, and professionalism in all reporting.

Collaborate with the sports editors to refine content and meet publication deadlines.

Stay informed about trends and developments in high school sports to enhance coverage and story ideas.

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Confidentiality:

Maintains confidentiality of all records and information.

Conduct:

Always Represents The Day and Shore Publishing Company in a professional and courteous manner.

Dependability:

Regularly attend and are punctual for work.

Supervision Received:

Reports to Sports Editor.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to think strategically.

A deep understanding of editorial best practices and style guidelines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with text management and desktop publishing software.
Proficient computer and software skills (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Presteligence (Content Management Software).
Highly motivated, self-starting individual with initiative and drive to succeed.
Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and telephone.

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Ability to cover events as required.

Send, fax or e-mail qualifications and salary requirements to:
The Day Publishing Company
Human Resources Department
47 Eugene O'Neill Drive, P.O. Box 1231
New London, CT 06320
humanresources@theday.com
Fax: 860-443-6322
The Day Publishing Company is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity.

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