Career opportunity
Reporter/Photographer – Full Time
The Brandon Sun has an upcoming opening for a full-time Reporter/Photographer in our sports department.
The ideal candidate will be a talented writer who has a passion for sports and is able to find and produce compelling stories and features for our newspaper and online products. They will also be active on social media, have proficiency in still photography and/or video when called upon to do so, and are comfortable with multimedia reporting.
Other Qualifications:
- Superior sports writing and strong news judgment
- A variety of sports knowledge and/or experience
- A degree or diploma in journalism or related experience
- Prior daily newspaper experience is an asset
- Willingness to adapt to new trends in online reporting
- Layout and design skills with InDesign or equivalent.
- Experience with online content management systems
Brandon and southwest Manitoba have a vibrant local sports scene, and the Sun makes every effort to cover local athletes, whether they compete in high school sports or junior and university leagues and beyond. Our focus on local coverage is what sets us apart.
The region is also known for hosting large sporting events, such as the 2025 U Sports Men’s Volleyball National Championship in Brandon last year, the Western Canadian Powerlifting Championships, the Softball Canada U15 Girl’s Fast Pitch, and countless other sports tournaments and championships.
We expect all applicants to have a valid driver’s license and own a reliable vehicle. This position requires evening and weekend work. Salary is commensurate with experience, as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Brandon Sun also offers a comprehensive and generous suite of benefits.
Please send your resume, cover letter and samples of your work to
Matt Goerzen – Managing editor – Brandon Sun
501 Rosser Avenue • Brandon, MB • R7A 0K4
mgoerzen@brandonsun.com
We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.