Sr. Writer; Sports- LSU

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We are seeking a college football reporter to spearhead our team and transfer portal coverage and become a prominent figure in the college football and roster management/transfer portal landscape. The ideal candidate will be a news breaker, tasked with reporting on top storylines regarding LSU athletics and transfer portal, breaking news, and building notoriety for our brand across the country. Please note that this is a remote role, but you must be based in or near Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Team Coverage and Transfer Portal

Be the go-to expert on the LSU football program, providing news, in-depth analysis and insights into the top storylines and trends in the market and the sport as a whole.

Stay updated on the latest developments and deliver timely, precise, and engaging content to our audience.

Cover and report on games, news conferences and other events throughout the year to provide news and intel on LSU athletics.

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Sports network team sites, social and our multimedia divisions to maximize distribution of news and original content.

News Breaking and Reporting

Break news related to LSU football, roster management and transfer portal, and the LSU athletic department as a whole.

Keep our audience informed and involved by providing original insight and analysis.

Utilize video and podcast appearances to share breaking news and not only what happened - but why it happened and what it means.

Building Brand Notoriety

Actively contribute to building and enhancing our brand's reputation across the country.

Connect with our existing readers and potential new readers through various platforms, including message board communities and social media.

Relationship Development

Develop and foster relationships with key individuals and organizations involved in LSU athletics both inside and outside the program.

Leverage these relationships to gain exclusive insights and information for our coverage.

Video

Provide video hits, including live spots, and make podcast and radio appearances to recap and report the biggest news in LSU athletics and the transfer portal.

Deliver engaging and informative content for our audience on-camera.

• Located in or near Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
• 5+ years reporting experience focused on Division I college football.
• Proficient knowledge and passion for college football and transfer portal, with a deep comprehension of the industry's dynamics and trends.
• Proven ability to break news and deliver insightful analysis in the world of college football and transfer portal.
• Travel required during the year covering specific events.
• Role entails working or being “on call” at night, on weekends and on some holidays throughout the year.

• Experience in on-air appearances, live shows, podcasts, or radio is a plus.
• A solid network of contacts within the football community at the college level, NFL level, high school level and with agents/agencies is advantageous.
• Exceptional communication skills, both in writing and on camera.
• Solid social media presence and proficiency in utilizing social platforms for brand promotion.
• Self-motivated and capable of working individually and as part of a team.

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