Athens GA Part-Time Sports Reporter

The Athens Banner-Herald
, part of the USA TODAY Co Network, is looking for a part-time reporter to bolster our award-winning coverage of the University of Georgia and high‑school athletics in and around Clarke County.

We cover the University of Georgia athletic department and 17 high schools that routinely compete for state championships. We also cover dozens of high‑level college recruits across multiple sports, creating a host of story opportunities for our staff.

This position is tailor‑made for a young, up‑and‑coming journalist seeking experience ahead of their first full‑time journalism role. You will work alongside a small team of two reporters on major events and later work independently on a variety of content areas.

Athens, Georgia, is a college town with a vibrant culture, known for its music, football, festivals, dining, breweries, and more.

• Create storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms through metrics.
• Work toward becoming the community's leading voice of expertise in high‑school sports.
• Connect with the community through storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.) and provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues.
• Work with editor and content strategist to evaluate what's working and develop ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
• Collaborate to provide appropriate elements for stories (photos, videos, graphics) and capture basic photos and video as needed.
• Promote personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand.
• Provide great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions.

• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
• Associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous reporting experience preferred; even better if you've covered sports.
• Proficiency on social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Reddit.
• Experience shooting and editing photos and video on a mobile device.
• Strong communication skills, news judgement and headline‑writing ability.
• Knowledge of proper AI ethics; experience using it is preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Comfort communicating with athletes and coaches.