What Does a Sports Journalist Do?
A sports journalist is a person who writes exclusively or primarily about sports. A sports journalist may write about one particular game, or may write about sports and games in general. A sports journalist may work for a television station, a newspaper, a magazine, a website, or in other related jobs. Most sports journalists have a background in journalism, although this is not always the case. This background in journalism can take the form of a degree in journalism or a related field. It can also take the form of practical writing experience. All journalists, including those who write about sports, are expected to have a fundamental understanding of grammar rules. Most journalists are also expected to comply with the rules set forth in a specific style manual. In other words, they must write in AP (Associated Press) style, or in some other style if so required.
