Western Mustangs Sports

Mustangs Staff Writer

As a Mustangs Staff Writer, students will experience a fast-paced environment where they will learn about the duties of sports writing and experience an up-close and personal view of sports here at Western. Working with the Manager, Communications and Media Relations, the Mustangs Staff Writer is responsible for helping cover the Western Mustangs teams and student-athletes throughout the athletic season. Students will work out of the Mustangs Communications Office in the Western Student Recreation Centre and at Mustangs home games across campus.
 

Key Responsibilities

·       Writing previews and recaps of Mustangs games
·       Writing and researching articles on Mustangs players and coaches
·       Writing the occasional press release
·       Assisting with the development of playoff and championship media guides
·       Assist with the management of the Western Mustangs website
·       Assisting members of the media at Mustangs games
·       Other duties as required
 

Required Qualifications

·       Excellent writing skills
·       Strong interest in sports
·       Must be able to work evenings and weekends
·       Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
·       Course work or a degree in Public Relations, Communications, and/or Journalism would be considered an asset
 

Required Availability

Typically 5-12 hours per week, depending on the sport schedule. Work hours will be primarily on weekends and evenings.