Sports Reporter

The Times Union’s award-winning sports department is looking for a Sports Reporter who knows how the games are played and can make good use of the statistics, but understands best of all that today’s readers are looking for the story behind the numbers. Someone who’s going to be out in the community getting to know the personalities — from the players on the field to the fans in the stands — that make sports in the Capital Region so compelling. Someone who doesn’t flinch from mixing in stories about the less inspiring aspects of athletics. This role will report to the Times Union office on a Hybrid schedule.

Requirements:

We want someone who can cover Division I college basketball one day, arena football the next, and can handle high school sports in any season.
We need a versatile team player of our own — a self-starter with a gift for clear, colorful writing who understands how to reach news consumers on the platforms where they’re following the action and the aftermath.

If this sounds like a challenge you’d love to take on, we want to hear from you!

In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York State. The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York State, is $58k-$68k. Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York State. If this role is open to candidates outside of New York State, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.