Hockey writer
The Denver Post is looking for an experienced reporter to cover the Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche. Qualified candidates must have a demonstrated ability to dig for stories, break news, produce enterprise and provide digital-specific coverage that draws readers.
The Ideal candidate can write stories sophisticated enough for the most ardent hockey fans and also produce in-depth enterprise stories that engage readers of all interests. The reporter must be a great teammate, easy to work alongside and able to adapt when necessary. A background covering hockey is required, preferably at the professional level.
Successful candidates must have a strong grounding in journalism and sports coverage and be able to pitch in on other beats during the offseason.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Develop news sources and create story/coverage ideas.
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Break news in a competitive news environment.
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Produce stories of varying complexity and form.
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Seek out and report news for immediate publication on The Post’s digital platforms.
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Use digital tools and social media to report and promote Denver Post stories and other media, including podcasts.
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Understand and implement SEO techniques to ensure content reaches largest online audience. Stay on top of latest trends.
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Work closely with visual and digital journalists to create engaging story presentations, graphics and interactive materials.
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Must be comfortable interpreting story analytics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
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Experience covering professional sports, preferably the NHL.
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Basic understanding of standard curation techniques
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Demonstrated proficiency with social media tools
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Strong reporting and writing skills
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Ability to multi-task and and be able to provide analysis of games on deadline
Hourly Range is $22.45-$33.27 - Exact compensation will be determined by skills and experience.