High School Sports Editor

Summary: 

Wanted: Conscientious and dedicated High School Sports Editor to work the greater Boston area and build a relationship with our audience, HS coaches, administrators and athletes; break news, experiment with form and substance to drive engagement and subscriptions. Join our experienced, collaborative sports team at the Herald in Boston, where our readership is voracious and dedicated. We cover high schools like some cover the pros; it's an essential part of the Herald. You'll fill the massive shoes of a retiring 35-year veteran who is the dean of HS sports in Eastern Massachusetts.

This position requires the individual to work nights and weekends regularly.

What you will do

• Working with a Regional Sports Editor and his assistant, you'll be responsible for extensive HS coverage of approximately 225 schools in Eastern Massachusetts

• Network with HS AD's, coaches, and players in Eastern Massachusetts. as well as representatives from the state's governing body (MIAA) and the public

• Identify, recruit, mentor, and assign stories from a pool of roughly 10-15 freelancers and photographers

• Oversee, develop, schedule, and edit content for publication in print and online

• Plan and coordinate with an eye toward almost year-round content

• Write occasional features and news items as required

What you will bring

• A passion for HS sports

• Competitive drive; you want to be the best

• Five years or more of professional journalism experience

• Patience, meticulous planning skills, strong communications skills, a get-er-done spirit

• A sense of humor doesn’t hurt

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Who we are:

The Boston Herald, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a High School Sports Editor to join the team! MediaNews Group offers news reporting and third party advertising and marketing opportunities through its multi-platform products which include: web, mobile, tablet, and print. We are one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. MNG publishes award-winning content (49 Pulitzers) that amasses and engages a nationwide audience via 800 multi-media platforms including web, mobile, social, and print. We are transforming the news industry.

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EEO Statement:

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.

How To Apply:

• Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Lowell-Massachusetts/Sports-Editor_R2498 Along with your resume, please include 3-5 clips that showcase your work

Closing Date:

• Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

• A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation

• Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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