- Company: RR Community Publishing
- Location: Panorama Heights, New Mexico
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RR Community Publishing seeks an experienced Sports Reporter for The Rio Rancho Observer, our weekly print publication and 24/7 digital news platform serving Panorama Heights, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo, Santa Ana Pueblo, and Placitas in southern Sandoval County. This full-time position covers the athletic programs and sports stories that matter to readers across the Albuquerque metro region.
About the Role
As our Sports Reporter, you'll be the primary voice covering high school, college, and community sports throughout Sandoval County. You'll develop relationships with coaches, athletes, and athletic directors; attend games and events; and deliver compelling narratives that capture the excitement and achievement of local athletics. Your work will appear in print each week and online daily, reaching thousands of readers who depend on us for comprehensive sports coverage.
What You'll Do
- Cover high school athletics, including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and other seasonal sports
- Report on college and amateur sports affecting the community
- Conduct in-depth interviews with athletes, coaches, and family members
- Write game recaps, features, columns, and breaking sports news on deadline
- Develop multimedia content including photos and video for digital platforms
- Meet daily publishing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and journalistic standards
- Collaborate with editors to shape editorial coverage and story assignments
What We're Looking For
- Proven sports journalism experience or strong portfolio demonstrating sports reporting ability
- Strong writing skills in AP style with ability to work under deadline pressure
- Proficiency in photography and digital media skills valued
- Knowledge of high school and amateur athletics
- Ability to build sources and cultivate relationships within the sports community
- Reliable transportation to cover games and events across Sandoval County
- Commitment to accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity
About The Rio Rancho Observer
The Rio Rancho Observer has served Sandoval County with quality journalism that combines editorial depth with digital immediacy. We're part of RR Community Publishing, committed to covering the stories, events, and issues that define our region and communities.
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- Role Sports Reporter
- Employer RR Community Publishing
- Location Panorama Heights, New Mexico
- Type Full Time
- Posted June 22, 2026
- Apply by August 1, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (335 words)
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