Position: Assistant sports editor

Status: Exempt

 

THE JOB: Star Media, which includes The Indianapolis Star and IndyStar.com, 

 

 

seeks an assistant sports editor to lead the Colts/NFL beat for digital and

 

 

print.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: We're looking for an editor who can drive creative storytelling

 

 and reader engagement that will build audiences for all of our platforms. Great

 

editing, coaching and team-building skills are a must. The successful candidate

will have innovative coverage ideas, excellent news judgment and planning

skills, and an understanding of how to use Social Media to grow audience.

In-depth enterprise, breaking news and feature content aimed at our target

audiences are staples.  At least five years of metro experience is preferred.

 

START DATE: ASAP

 

 

 

WHAT TO DO: If interested, contact

 

 

 

Jim Lefko, Senior Editor/Sports

 

 

jim.lefko@indystar.com

317-444-6352