WSJ seeks NFL reporter in New York

The Journal’s sports team is looking for a reporter to cover the NFL.

The ideal candidate has several years of experience in daily journalism, whether in sports or another coverage area.

Applicants should have exceptional sourcing abilities, a solid track record of handling breaking news and a great eye for interesting stories that appeal to both football fans and general readers. A familiarity with football tactics is strongly encouraged.

Applications should include a resume, cover letter, and up to five published clips.

To apply, go here.

Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.