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Multimedia Sports Journalist (Cox First Media)

Cox
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, remote work

Aug 15, 2025
Job Description - Multimedia Sports Journalist Cox First Media is looking for a dynamic Multimedia Sports Journalist to join our sports department and cover high school athletics and other sports across the Dayton Daily News, Journal-News and Springfield News-Sun coverage areas. The ideal candidate is an energetic digital storyteller who understands that high school sports are deeply personal and community-driven - and knows how to bring that passion to life across print, digital, social, and video platforms. The ideal candidate will write compelling game stories, features, and enterprise pieces; capture action through photos and video; and engage with our audience in creative, authentic ways online. If you are a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to become the face of prep sports in our communities, this is your opportunity. The position is based in Dayton, Ohio. Cox First Media has a hybrid work environment that includes a mix of in-office, field and remote work. Cox First Media includes Dayton Daily News, Journal-News, and the Springfield News-Sun. This role is focused on the Dayton Daily News, but is expected to contribute to sports coverage in the Journal-News and Springfield News-Sun coverage areas when needed. This position may be asked to do work that focuses on other brands in Cox First Media, depending on organizational priorities, staffing and audience needs. Key Responsibilities Idea planning and article generation - 60 percent Create content around high school sports with strong reporting, accurate stats, and sharp storytelling under tight deadlines. Write a mix of game coverage, features, previews, breaking news, and Athlete of the Week profiles for print and digital. Publish stories, galleries, and video content using a content management system (CMS). Collaborate with editors, designers, photographers, and digital producers to tell compelling stories across platforms. Attend weekly planning meetings (via Teams or in-person) and contribute creative ideas for coverage. Work nights and weekends align with the high school sports calendar Use digital metrics to inform coverage choices with a focus on connecting and engaging our audiences. Digital video content generation - 30 percent Shoot photos and videos from live events such as games, practices, and interviews for both our websites and social media outlets. Be comfortable being on camera for social media and website videos as needed. Use social media platforms like Twitter/X, Instagram, and Facebook to break news, promote content and build audience engagement. Team leader responsibilities - 10 percent Serve as a backup for the sports editor when needed, including budgeting the daily section and editing copy as needed. Handle other assignments as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 2 years' experience in a related field (covering sports at a news media organization (local, digital, newspaper, TV, radio, etc.)). The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and up to 2 years' experience; or 6 years' experience in a related field with no degree. Education or experience in digital journalism production strongly preferred Strong reporting, writing, and editing skills with attention to accuracy and detail. Knowledge and experience with digital publishing tools (such as a CMS, social media channels, etc.) and photo/video equipment. Comfortable being on camera and producing short-form video content for websites and social media. Ability to work independently, multitask, and manage time effectively on deadlines. Familiarity with using digital engagement metrics, including leveraging learnings to inform coverage topics and digital content optimization to engage audience. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally to games. USD 26.06 - 39.13 per hour Compensation: Hourly base pay rate is $26.06 - $39.13/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Benefits: Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.