NEWS Sports Reporter - News - Local News - 441
 Lee Enterprises Inc | |
 United States, Alabama, Opelika | |
 Feb 26, 2026 | |
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Sportswriter, Opelika-Auburn News The Opelika-Auburn News has a long history of producing some of the best sports reporting in the nation, as evidenced by numerous past national awards, including the Grand Slam title -- top-10 daily, Sunday special sections, and top-10 website -- and the advancement of former staffers to top-notch jobs on the national scene. We're in the heart of SEC country and cover Auburn University sports, as well as a vibrant prep sports scene that includes everything from D-I blue-chip recruits down to kids playing ball in little more than a hayfield. We need a sportswriter who can write with flair and ease for the reader, knows what readers want online and in print, smiles at the challenge of tight deadlines, and can work on a small team in Sports, and hand-in-hand with the News team as needed (we often put big sports stories from Auburn on A1). Experience with photography and videography is preferred but not required; we offer training opportunities for enthusiastic learners. Previous newspaper/web sports experience is preferred, but entry-level candidates with college success will be considered. You must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Pay is in the mid-$30,000s with a full benefit package available, including 401K. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required; EOE/M/F/D/V Please email your resume, cover letter and links to your work to John Roach at john.roach@lee.net . Please put in the subject line: Sportswriter application. | |