Minnesota Star Tribune

With more than 230 journalists, the Minnesota Star Tribune is the largest newsroom in the Midwest and a trusted local news organization nationwide. Th Star Tribune earned this trust through Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting and a deep commitment to accuracy and fairness. In 2024, the Star Tribune rebranded as The Minnesota Star Tribune, reflecting its investment as a statewide news organization.

Open Position

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Beat: Business of sports in Minnesota

Position:

Minnesota’s sports landscape spans professional, collegiate, and community teams that drive regional identity, civic pride, and economic investment. This role fills the gap in reporting that goes beyond game coverage. Analytical journalism on the business of sports: how teams are financed, how ownership and league decisions affect communities, and how public resources fund infrastructure. As tax dollars and public interest increasingly intersect with sports economics, Minnesotans need independent reporting that provides accountability, transparency, and context.

Salary and Benefits: $70,000-$80,000

Comprehensive benefits: Includes commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness and work-life balance: Participate in wellness program with financial incentives, generous paid time off, flexible holidays, one volunteer day, and two wellness days.
Financial and family support: Benefit from a 401(k) with company match, paid parental and caregiving leave, hybrid work arrangements, and tuition reimbursement.
Additional perks: Access to an employee assistance program, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.

Moving Stipend: No

Skills: Writing

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