Sports Writer

The Argus-Press, the only daily newspaper serving Shiawassee County, Michigan, is seeking a full-time sports writer to join our close-knit staff. The relatively small size of our newsroom necessitates that candidates be comfortable wearing many hats. In addition to contributing consistent, multidisciplinary reportage — including game stories, event coverage, features and more — sports writers are required to shoot photographs and do light graphic design work as assigned. Knowledge of programs such as Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is a plus, but is not required. Most importantly, candidates should have strong story-gathering skills, with an evident enthusiasm for seeking out stories in every conceivable nook and cranny and a solid grounding in AP Style. Weekend work is required as needed to cover games or tournaments.

Benefits include paid vacation, paid medical leave, paid maternity leave, health insurance, vision insurance and 401(k) with company match.

This is a great opportunity to work in a news-rich community and really contribute to the success of an independently-owned and operated newspaper. Interested applicants should email their resume, along with relevant writing clips, to Managing Editor Aaron Bodus at abodus@argus-press.com