What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Entertainment Reporter position at Lensa?
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Job Description
The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.
We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Sports Reporter to join our sports department’s digital team. This is not about wins and losses or X's and O's— it’s about capturing the stories that unfold beyond the scoreboard. From the personal lives of athletes and their significant others to the cultural moments that intersect with the world of sports, this position requires a keen eye for compelling narratives, strong reporting instincts, and the ability to engage readers with must-read content.
Responsibilities
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at humanresources@newscorp.com . Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
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Base Pay Range: 75,000 - 85,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
At the New York Post, we’re passionate about providing readers with the best in National News, Sports, Entertainment, and Lifestyle like only the Post can – with wit, irreverence and authority.
OUR BRANDS: Include The New York Post (https://nypost.com/) : expert news, extensive, award-winning sports coverage, and insider commentary, Page Six (https://pagesix.com/) : an influential leader in celebrity and entertainment news, Decider.com : helping the on-demand generation discover the best streaming content, and Alexa (https://nypost.com/alexa/) : our luxury lifestyle print edition focused on the best in luxury fashion, real estate and travel.
OUR REACH: People love us. We are one of the largest growing digital networks, averaging over 90 million unique visitors a month! Our social footprint continues to expand across Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NYPost/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/nypost) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nypost/?hl=en) , TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@nypost?lang=en) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@nypost/videos) , where our videos average 313 million monthly views.
OUR PEOPLE: The Post team is a group of diverse, creative, passionate minds – ever evolving and innovating. We believe news doesn’t have to be boring to be news… so we make sure it isn’t!
OUR GROWTH: An ever evolving multi-platform media company, we span print, digital, video, social, podcast, app, commerce/affiliate, original TV programming, and Post Sports (https://nypost.com/account/subscribe) , our newly launched Sports membership experience!
We’re growing. Come join us!
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Job Description
The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.
We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Sports Reporter to join our sports department’s digital team. This is not about wins and losses or X's and O's— it’s about capturing the stories that unfold beyond the scoreboard. From the personal lives of athletes and their significant others to the cultural moments that intersect with the world of sports, this position requires a keen eye for compelling narratives, strong reporting instincts, and the ability to engage readers with must-read content.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write multiple daily stories exploring the off-the-field lives of athletes, their relationships, and the cultural impact of sports figures.
- Proactively develop and land exclusive features by securing interviews with athletes, their families, and key figures in their orbit.
- Leverage social media and digital trends to discover under-the-radar stories that will resonate with The Post’s audience.
- Provide thoughtful, nuanced coverage at the intersection of sports,entertainment, pop culture, fashion and business.
- Lead quick-turnaround coverage on viral moments, breaking sports-adjacent news, and trending topics with accuracy and speed.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with editors, social and multimedia teams to enhance storytelling through visuals, video, and interactive content.
- Use audience analytics and engagement metrics to inform coverage strategies and maximize reach.
- Craft sharp, engaging headlines that drive traffic and social sharing.
- Maintain flexibility to cover major live events (i.e., Super Bowl, NBA Finals, U Open) and work outside traditional hours when needed.
- 5 years of experience at an established digital or print journalism outlet.
- Deep knowledge of major sports leagues (NFL, NBA, WNBA, NHL, MLB, golf, tennis, college sports, etc.) and the personalities and storylines shaping them.
- Proven ability to break news, develop original reporting, and cultivate sources that lead to exclusive content.
- A network of industry contacts and sources to secure exclusive interviews and insights highly preferred.
- Ability to write succinct, eye-catching headlines.
- Knowledge and understanding of SEO best practices.
- Strong editorial judgment and communication skills
- Familiarity with content management systems, photo editing software, and web analytics tools.
- Flexibility in covering live events (i.e. Super Bowl, US Open) and working outside traditional business hours including week night and weekends when needed.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced news environment, multitask effectively, and meettight deadlines.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at humanresources@newscorp.com . Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Please refer to the privacy notice at the bottom of this page for submitting any data access, deletion, or other data subject rights requests, where permitted under your local laws and regulations.
Base Pay Range: 75,000 - 85,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
At the New York Post, we’re passionate about providing readers with the best in National News, Sports, Entertainment, and Lifestyle like only the Post can – with wit, irreverence and authority.
OUR BRANDS: Include The New York Post (https://nypost.com/) : expert news, extensive, award-winning sports coverage, and insider commentary, Page Six (https://pagesix.com/) : an influential leader in celebrity and entertainment news, Decider.com : helping the on-demand generation discover the best streaming content, and Alexa (https://nypost.com/alexa/) : our luxury lifestyle print edition focused on the best in luxury fashion, real estate and travel.
OUR REACH: People love us. We are one of the largest growing digital networks, averaging over 90 million unique visitors a month! Our social footprint continues to expand across Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NYPost/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/nypost) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nypost/?hl=en) , TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@nypost?lang=en) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@nypost/videos) , where our videos average 313 million monthly views.
OUR PEOPLE: The Post team is a group of diverse, creative, passionate minds – ever evolving and innovating. We believe news doesn’t have to be boring to be news… so we make sure it isn’t!
OUR GROWTH: An ever evolving multi-platform media company, we span print, digital, video, social, podcast, app, commerce/affiliate, original TV programming, and Post Sports (https://nypost.com/account/subscribe) , our newly launched Sports membership experience!
We’re growing. Come join us!
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com