Iowa Hawkeyes Women's Basketball and Football Reporter

About the role

The Des Moines Register, Iowa’s leading news organization, is hiring for an Iowa City-based University of Iowa women’s basketball/football/GA reporter.

Responsibilities

• Research, report and produce compelling content that informs and engages readers.
• Provide thoughtful analysis of complex issues and situations.
• Use video, photos and social media to spotlight breaking news and high-interest events.
• Produce content in alternative forms tailored to the right platform to best reach the audience.
• Use real-time metrics to respond to user demand and reader interest.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of professional journalism experience.
• High-level writing, communication and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well on deadline and use multimedia to supplement their reach.
• Demonstrated track record for keen news judgment, ethical decision-making and fair play.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and adept at growing audience through great content, smart use of social media and multimedia.
• Ability to produce trending and general assignment content, particularly during spring and summer.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Experience with multimedia storytelling.
• Effective communication and time management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Seasonal breakdown provided in the Responsibilities section.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Employee assistance program.

Contact

To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com.