High School Sports Reporter

USA TODAY Co. is seeking a dynamic content creator to help transform high school sports coverage across more than 200 local markets in the nation's largest media organization.

The successful candidate will be creating content with a social-first mentality across myriad platforms and contributing to the success of more than 200 newsrooms across the USA TODAY Network, which includes USA TODAY.

They will be fluent in social trends and deliver compelling, exclusive content across the high school landscape at the speed of news while working on narratives that support the growing interest in high school, academy and club sports.

They will produce content on multiple mediums, including website, vertical and horizontal video and on various social media platforms, focusing on highlights, rankings, player spotlights and other original content.

We want an ambitious and curious content creator who is unafraid to tackle complex topics and produces content with authority and precision.

This role is remote and can be based anywhere in the US, except for Alaska and Hawaii.

Responsibilities:

• Consistently deliver compelling content on the biggest story of the day while simultaneously working with editors and reporters to deliver off-platform content across multiple mediums.
• Shape coverage based on historical success and adapt based on readership metrics and audience needs.
• Proactively ideate and anticipate the next big story or viral moment.
• Collaborate with USA TODAY Network sports leaders to move news forward.
• Create content with high utility on multiple mediums, including Instagram and YouTube.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three years of delivering high-content content across multimedia platforms.
• Experience navigating sensitive news with precision, clarity and tact.
• Strong social media skills and a willingness to adapt to new mediums.
• Strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
• Command of media law and Principles of Ethical Conduct.
• Candidates should have facility with AI and automation and experience in using it to enhance their journalism.

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume - one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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The hourly rate for this role will range between $24.28 and $37.94. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable.

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote

Job ID: utn-87701

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-03T20:32:58