Sr. Writer (247Sports- LSU)

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Overview

We are seeking a college football reporter to spearhead our team and transfer portal coverage and become a prominent figure in the college football and roster management/transfer portal landscape. The ideal candidate will be a news breaker, tasked with reporting on top storylines regarding LSU athletics and transfer portal, breaking news, and building notoriety for our brand across the country. Please note that this is a remote role, but you must be based in or near Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Responsibilities

Team Coverage and Transfer Portal

• Be the go-to expert on the LSU football program, providing news, in-depth analysis and insights into the top storylines and trends in the market and the sport as a whole.

• Stay updated on the latest developments and deliver timely, precise, and engaging content to our audience.

• Cover and report on games, news conferences and other events throughout the year to provide news and intel on LSU athletics.

• Work with teammates on Geaux247, other 247Sports network team sites, social and our multimedia divisions to maximize distribution of news and original content.
  
  

News Breaking and Reporting

• Break news related to LSU football, roster management and transfer portal, and the LSU athletic department as a whole.

• Keep our audience informed and involved by providing original insight and analysis.

• Utilize video and podcast appearances to share breaking news and not only what happened - but why it happened and what it means.
  
  

Building Brand Notoriety

• Actively contribute to building and enhancing our brand's reputation across the country.

• Connect with our existing readers and potential new readers through various platforms, including message board communities and social media.
  
  

Relationship Development

• Develop and foster relationships with key individuals and organizations involved in LSU athletics both inside and outside the program.

• Leverage these relationships to gain exclusive insights and information for our coverage.
  
  

Video

• Provide video hits, including live spots, and make podcast and radio appearances to recap and report the biggest news in LSU athletics and the transfer portal.

• Deliver engaging and informative content for our audience on-camera.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Located in or near Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
• 5+ years reporting experience focused on Division I college football.

• Proficient knowledge and passion for college football and transfer portal, with a deep comprehension of the industry's dynamics and trends.

• Proven ability to break news and deliver insightful analysis in the world of college football and transfer portal.

• Travel required during the year covering specific events.

• Role entails working or being “on call” at night, on weekends and on some holidays throughout the year.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in on-air appearances, live shows, podcasts, or radio is a plus.
• A solid network of contacts within the football community at the college level, NFL level, high school level and with agents/agencies is advantageous.
• Exceptional communication skills, both in writing and on camera.

• Solid social media presence and proficiency in utilizing social platforms for brand promotion.

• Self-motivated and capable of working individually and as part of a team.

CBS Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including THE NFL ON CBS; college football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR.

In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24-hour cable home of CBS Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage.

CBS Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on Paramount+, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE NFL for Paramount+. CBS Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $75,000.00 - 125,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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