What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Reporter Job at Tribune Publishing in Chicago position at Tribune Publishing?
Summary :
The Chicago Tribune is looking for a reporter to join its sports team at the largest news organization in the Midwest. This reporter will be a general assignment writer, working collaboratively with our beat reporters on the major beats, as well as carving out their own path with features, off-the-beat news and other stories to help the department reach new audiences.
What you will do :
- Be a self-directed and hungry journalist who can juggle reporting multiple stories and keeping tabs on multiple teams at once
- Work alongside other reporters in the sports department, shifting from team-to-team where the needs are
- Strive to develop their own niche in the sports atmosphere, whether it be adding more context to in-season teams or bringing to light gaps in our coverage sphere
- Have a collaborative spirit, as well as being a self starter with a wide range of Chicago sports knowledge - both current and historical
What you will bring :
Who we are :
Founded in 1847, the Chicago Tribune, is the top source of news and information in the Chicago area and the largest news organization in the Midwest. The Tribune, winner of 27 Pulitzer Prizes, is known for its innovative investigative reporting, insightful coverage of the arts and culture, and community-leading opinion writing. As the cornerstone of Chicago Tribune Media Group (CTMG), the Chicago Tribune anchors a diverse network of publications. This includes six daily suburban papers, over 30 hyperlocal weeklies, Chicago Magazine, and digital offerings that inform, engage and connect communities.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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