Pittsburgh Sports Writer

Job Summary

Covering the vibrant sports scene in Pittsburgh, the remote salaried Pittsburgh Sports Writer will deliver impactful journalism across multiple platforms, focusing on breaking news and in-depth analysis of local teams including the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins.

Key responsibilities

• Create engaging content in various formats to grow the audience on USA TODAY and network sites
• React quickly to trending topics in Pittsburgh sports and engage readers through written, video, and social media content
• Track performance metrics and adapt strategies to meet audience engagement goals

Required qualifications

• Reside in Pittsburgh
• College degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience as a sports journalist with a focus on digital content production
• Understanding of news content management systems and social media engagement
• Proven ability to maximize readership and deliver news in various story forms