Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK is hiring: Sports Reporter, Monroe, LA in Monroe

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering communities worldwide. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth‑focused media and digital marketing solutions company.

The News Star in Monroe, Louisiana, part of the USA TODAY Network, is hiring a Sports Reporter to cover athletics at two dozen northeast Louisiana high schools and NCAA Division I universities in the area.

Monroe is a vibrant community with a strong sports culture, home to Louisiana‑Monroe, Grambling State, and Louisiana Tech. It offers a dynamic environment for a reporter to build relationships and deliver timely, human‑interest stories.

Responsibilities

• Create storylines that inform, entertain, and engage specific audiences across multiple platforms, using metrics for guidance.
• Become the community’s leading voice of expertise in college sports.
• Connect with the community through storytelling and outreach (social media, on‑camera presence, forums, community leadership, etc.) and provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues.
• Collaborate with editor and content strategist to evaluate what works and develop ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
• Work with production teams to provide appropriate elements (photos, videos, graphics). Capture basic photos and video as needed.
• Promote personal brand, the brands of colleagues, and the institutional brand.
• Deliver outstanding customer service by helping readers find answers and solutions.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous reporting experience—preferably in sports.
• Proficiency on social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit.
• Experience shooting and editing photos and videos on a mobile device.
• Strong communication skills, news judgment, and headline‑writing ability.
• Ability to multitask and excel under intense deadline pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently.
• Strong writing, spelling, and grammar skills; familiarity with AP style.
• Availability for nights and weekends.
• Comfort building a beat and communicating with athletes and coaches.

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When applying, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. Include the following in one PDF document, in this order:

• Resume – one to two pages.
• Cover letter outlining your approach to the job.
• Links to 3–6 online samples of your work.

All items must be assembled into a single PDF file and uploaded for the highest consideration.

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status, education, genetic characteristics, or political affiliation. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities or religion‑related needs. For assistance, contact Gannett’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

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