How to Find a Job in Sports Journalism
There are fewer jobs in sports journalism available than in retail or management, but interested people with the right qualifications could enter the field of print, radio or television sports journalism by following these steps.
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Develop the ability to communicate to an audience. This ability is the most important, whether you choose print, radio or television sports journalism.
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Get formal communications training. Most colleges offer courses and degrees in communications.
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Get work experience. Most local newspapers, school radio and school television stations are looking for someone to attend and report on local sporting events. Some positions pay and some are volunteer work. Even a couple of weeks during the summer helps to qualify as having work experience.
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Build a high visibility sports background. Many employers hope someone well-known in the sports world who has a sports background will be more knowledgeable and will attract a lot of viewers, listeners and readers.
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Stick with your search. If you're sure sports journalism is what you want to do, be determined to follow every avenue you need to, and don't get discouraged.
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Prove that you're able to keep confidential information to yourself. Some information might be available to you as a journalist that you can't release right away, and some information you have access to might upset you. Be professional.
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Tips & Warnings
Tell everyone your plans. Someone you know might know someone that can help you break into the field.
