Overview:
CUSN is looking for correspondents in all of the sports we cover such as soccer, hockey, basketball, volleyball, etc. to contribute to our RSEQ coverage. This is an independent, volunteer position. The selected candidate will report to their respective sport’s editor and the Editor-in-Chief.
Job Responsibilities:
- Writing stories, previews, and recaps of RSEQ sports
- Contributing to weekly power rankings, and graphic design submissions
- Expand RSEQ coverage onto CUSN’s multimedia platforms
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of the sport you are applying to cover
- Strong writing and storytelling skills
- Ability to research with occasionally limited information available
- Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual in English and French
- Enrolled in or graduated from a media, communications, or broadcast program at a university or college in Québec
- Understanding of the Cégep system
- Understanding of U SPORTS and other Canadian university sports
- Former player, coach, or staff member of sport you are applying for
- Experience with WordPress or other website back-end management software
- Experience writing for a sports organization or publication
How to Apply:
Send application to [email protected] and specify which sport you would like to be a correspondent with. Your application must include:
- Demo reel or links to 1-3 multimedia examples
- 500-word piece on why you think you would be a great addition to our roster and why you are passionate about Canadian University Sports
- Reference list is recommended
To apply for this job email your details to [email protected].