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Hayley Sanders Media LLC
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Auburn Beat WriterFull-Time | Auburn, AlabamaJoin One of College Sports' Premier Independent Media CompaniesWe're seeking an experienced, driven, and highly competitive Auburn Beat Writer to join our growing editorial team.
This is more than a traditional beat reporting job. We're building one of the nation's leading independent college sports media brands, and we're looking for a journalist who thrives on breaking news, cultivating sources, and delivering premium content that keeps Auburn fans informed every day.
If you're passionate about college athletics, embrace the fast-paced nature of digital journalism, and want to help shape the future of sports media, we'd like to hear from you.
About UsWe're one of the most recognized and respected brands covering Auburn athletics.
Our coverage includes:
FootballMen's BasketballBaseballRecruitingTransfer PortalNILSEC NewsPremium subscriber contentBreaking newsPodcastsYouTubeSocial mediaMessage boardsThousands of premium subscribersOne of the largest Auburn fan communities anywhereWe're committed to fast, accurate, original reporting and delivering premium journalism that serves one of the most passionate fan bases in college athletics.
PositionFull-Time Auburn Beat WriterThis position reports directly to the Publisher and will play a central role in our daily news coverage and long-term growth.
ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
Cover Auburn football year-roundCover men's basketball and other assigned sportsAttend practices, games, press conferences, SEC Media Days, postseason events, and recruiting-related eventsDevelop and maintain trusted sources throughout Auburn athleticsBreak original news and deliver exclusive reportingWrite multiple stories daily under deadlineProduce game previews, recaps, feature stories, analysis, and enterprise reportingProduce premium subscriber-exclusive contentAssist with recruiting and transfer portal coverageGenerate story ideas independentlyContribute to newsletters and breaking news alertsParticipate in podcasts, YouTube videos, and live broadcastsEngage professionally with subscribers on premium message boardsHelp grow our audience through outstanding journalism and innovative storytellingQualificationsIdeal candidates will possess:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)At least three years of experience covering college athletics or professional sportsExcellent AP-style writing and editing skillsAbility to write quickly without sacrificing accuracyExperience cultivating sources and breaking newsStrong interviewing and reporting skillsOutstanding organizational and time-management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple deadlines simultaneouslyWillingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and travel during football seasonComfortable appearing on podcasts, live streams, and video productionsExperience using WordPress or similar content management systemsStrong understanding of social media publishing and audience engagementPreferred qualifications:
Experience covering recruiting or college footballPhotography and basic video editing skillsFamiliarity with SEO best practices and digital audience growthWhat We're Looking ForWe're searching for someone who:
Loves breaking newsIs relentlessly competitiveUnderstands recruiting and roster managementKnows the SEC inside and outUnderstands modern digital journalismCan consistently produce multiple high-quality stories each dayThinks beyond game coverageIs creative, curious, entrepreneurial, and self-motivatedWants to help build one of the nation's premier college sports media brandsMost importantly, we're looking for someone who takes pride in producing journalism that subscribers can't find anywhere else.
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer:
Competitive salary based on experiencePerformance bonus opportunitiesHealth benefitsTravel reimbursementCredentialed access to Auburn athletic eventsProfessional development opportunitiesLong-term career growth within a rapidly expanding digital media companyWhy Join Us?
College sports journalism is evolving, and we're helping lead that evolution.
We're building a modern, digital-first media company centered on premium journalism, exclusive reporting, podcasts, video, newsletters, and one of the most engaged fan communities in college athletics.
If you're excited about breaking news, building relationships, creating premium content, and helping shape the future of sports media, we'd love to talk with you.
How to ApplyQualified candidates should submit:
ResumeCover letterThree to five writing samplesLinks to published workOptional links to social media profiles or multimedia workSalary expectationsApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
This is more than a traditional beat reporting job. We're building one of the nation's leading independent college sports media brands, and we're looking for a journalist who thrives on breaking news, cultivating sources, and delivering premium content that keeps Auburn fans informed every day.
If you're passionate about college athletics, embrace the fast-paced nature of digital journalism, and want to help shape the future of sports media, we'd like to hear from you.
About UsWe're one of the most recognized and respected brands covering Auburn athletics.
Our coverage includes:
FootballMen's BasketballBaseballRecruitingTransfer PortalNILSEC NewsPremium subscriber contentBreaking newsPodcastsYouTubeSocial mediaMessage boardsThousands of premium subscribersOne of the largest Auburn fan communities anywhereWe're committed to fast, accurate, original reporting and delivering premium journalism that serves one of the most passionate fan bases in college athletics.
PositionFull-Time Auburn Beat WriterThis position reports directly to the Publisher and will play a central role in our daily news coverage and long-term growth.
ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
Cover Auburn football year-roundCover men's basketball and other assigned sportsAttend practices, games, press conferences, SEC Media Days, postseason events, and recruiting-related eventsDevelop and maintain trusted sources throughout Auburn athleticsBreak original news and deliver exclusive reportingWrite multiple stories daily under deadlineProduce game previews, recaps, feature stories, analysis, and enterprise reportingProduce premium subscriber-exclusive contentAssist with recruiting and transfer portal coverageGenerate story ideas independentlyContribute to newsletters and breaking news alertsParticipate in podcasts, YouTube videos, and live broadcastsEngage professionally with subscribers on premium message boardsHelp grow our audience through outstanding journalism and innovative storytellingQualificationsIdeal candidates will possess:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)At least three years of experience covering college athletics or professional sportsExcellent AP-style writing and editing skillsAbility to write quickly without sacrificing accuracyExperience cultivating sources and breaking newsStrong interviewing and reporting skillsOutstanding organizational and time-management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple deadlines simultaneouslyWillingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and travel during football seasonComfortable appearing on podcasts, live streams, and video productionsExperience using WordPress or similar content management systemsStrong understanding of social media publishing and audience engagementPreferred qualifications:
Experience covering recruiting or college footballPhotography and basic video editing skillsFamiliarity with SEO best practices and digital audience growthWhat We're Looking ForWe're searching for someone who:
Loves breaking newsIs relentlessly competitiveUnderstands recruiting and roster managementKnows the SEC inside and outUnderstands modern digital journalismCan consistently produce multiple high-quality stories each dayThinks beyond game coverageIs creative, curious, entrepreneurial, and self-motivatedWants to help build one of the nation's premier college sports media brandsMost importantly, we're looking for someone who takes pride in producing journalism that subscribers can't find anywhere else.
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer:
Competitive salary based on experiencePerformance bonus opportunitiesHealth benefitsTravel reimbursementCredentialed access to Auburn athletic eventsProfessional development opportunitiesLong-term career growth within a rapidly expanding digital media companyWhy Join Us?
College sports journalism is evolving, and we're helping lead that evolution.
We're building a modern, digital-first media company centered on premium journalism, exclusive reporting, podcasts, video, newsletters, and one of the most engaged fan communities in college athletics.
If you're excited about breaking news, building relationships, creating premium content, and helping shape the future of sports media, we'd love to talk with you.
How to ApplyQualified candidates should submit:
ResumeCover letterThree to five writing samplesLinks to published workOptional links to social media profiles or multimedia workSalary expectationsApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.