NEWS Sports Reporter - News - Local News - 441

Sports reporter for Winona Daily News Help the Winona Daily News captivate and engage audiences by joining our staff as a sports reporter. We are looking for an ambitious reporter with a passion for examining trends and issues involving high school and Winona State University sports while aggressively seeking to break news. The job will be based out of our Winona, Minnesota, office, which is located on the banks of the Mississippi River. There are beautiful state parks nearby and plenty of outdoors opportunities to keep you busy year round. You will be part of a regional sports team that encourages creativity and experimentation in how we tell stories, and there will be ample opportunities to collaborate with colleagues on ideas that interest you. We want to empower you to tell great stories using words, video, audio, graphics and images while ensuring all our stories have the greatest potential to connect with our readers.

The right candidate will:

Be dependable and comfortable multitasking to handle multiple deadlines. Demonstrate an eye for enterprising angles: Context and analysis are crucial to success in this position. Enjoy collaborating with others to tackle bigger issues that resonate with readers. Show an ability to create content beyond the written word. Be comfortable shooting and editing your own photos. We offer an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays and paid time off. We are an equal opportunity employer. We respect and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net. Please apply online and be sure to include a cover letter, resume and links to four examples of work you're proud of completing and showcase your best skills.