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FS Seeking Part-Time and Contributing Reporters

Love skiing? Love writing? Looking for a job or hobby that combines the two? FasterSkier needs you!

The FasterSkier team is looking to grow with the addition of part-time reporters as well as volunteer contributors.

Part-Time Reporter:

Those applying for the part-time position should be highly motivated and self-driven with strong writing skills and a thorough understanding of nordic racing. All FS reporters work remotely while reporting on various levels and topics relating to the nordic-skiing world.

Perhaps the best part of the part-time job is the potential for travel. Committed and proven reporters can expect to travel to one or more events throughout the 2015/2016 race season, including but not limited to the U.S. SuperTours in Montana, Idaho and Vermont, as well as U.S. nationals in Michigan, the American Birkebeiner in Wisconsin, and perhaps best of all, one or more of the Canada World Cups in Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, and Canmore.

Part-time reporters are expected to manage their time and tasks on a weekly basis, with an expectation of working most weekends and at least 20 hours a week during the race season (mid-November through March). While covering events on site and in person, reporters are expected to work full time and around the clock to complete all assignments.

Clear and efficient writing is a must, and reporters should have the ability to produce well-crafted stories on a tight schedule — often within a few hours of a race.

Candidates should have a strong interest and desire to cover most elite domestic and international races (in the U.S. and Canada, and internationally) throughout the 2015/2016 season from the comfort of their own homes. A computer and reliable internet are a must.

Compensation will be paid in monthly installments and can be discussed upon inquiry. Ideal candidates should be able to start as soon as possible, possess a strong knowledge of nordic ski racing, as well as social awareness and interview skills, and be able to write effectively and efficiently on deadline while thoroughly proofreading all work. Keen communication skills are key as much of this job involves email and phone interviews, as well as frequent email check-ins and conversations with coworkers.

Reporters will work with an editor on all tasks and projects, and will be expected to produce several articles per week while assisting other FS team members as needed.

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Contributing Reporter:

FS survives because of the enthusiasm and loyalty of our readers, and if you find yourself an avid fan of the site with a desire to write — even if it is just a few times a month — then this is for you! We compensate contributing reporters with equipment or gear perks based on the amount of work they’re able to complete over a season.

We need volunteer contributors in a variety of areas, from weekend to on-site reporting on some of the biggest events in nordic and biathlon racing, to regional contributors (i.e. Canada, and in the U.S., regions like the Midwest, Alaska, etc.). And if you specialize in biathlon or nordic combined, we certainly have a place for you on the FS team.

Must have a computer with reliable internet, desire to pitch story ideas and contribute on an as-needed basis, strong written and communication skills, and the ability to proofread your own work. Contributors will work with an editor on all assignments and projects, and will be asked to assist other FS team members at times.

Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to info@fasterskier.com, with the subject line: “Part-time reporter” or “Contributing reporter”.

November 3, 2015
Join Our Team! Interns Needed
The FasterSkier team, made up of devoted individuals scattered across North America and Europe, is looking for interns to assist with the daily responsibilities of our site.

Would you love to help us cover the world of international and domestic skiing this summer, fall and winter with the freedom to pitch your own story ideas and work directly with an editor from the comforts of your own home?

Or are you more technologically savvy, with an interest in improving our website’s functionality by working with us on updates and larger, behind-the-scenes projects?

We are also open to mentoring those who would like to learn more about the marketing and advertising that goes into supporting an online company like ours.

The path is yours! Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to info@fasterskier.com with the subject line “Intern application”. Please specify which realm of work you are most interested in (i.e. reporting, IT help, marketing/advertising).

Interns are part time and unpaid with equipment perks. Proven team members may be rewarded with work trips to elite-level competitions in the winter (mostly for reporters), and potentially offered a paid position within our staff.

Reporter intern:
- Should be interested in a career in professional journalism
- Must possess strong writing skills and well-developed communication skills, and the ability to work independently and self-manage daily tasks.
- Will assist with interviewing athletes and coaches, transcribing fellow reporters’ interviews, and posting directly to the website (i.e. photo galleries, press releases).
- Must be proficient with computers and social media, and have a basic understanding of WordPress or an ability to learn quickly.
- Should be open to doing behind-the-scenes work, such as website redesign and development
- A background in competitive skiing helps, as does a background in writing.
IT intern:
- Will assist with the inner workings of our site. Must be proficient in WordPress and possess an ability to learn quickly through written or verbal instructions.
- Should be familiar and confident in the realms of social and digital media (audio, video and photo)
- Must be open to doing behind-the-scenes work, such as website redesign and development
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and self-manage daily tasks.
Marketing/advertising intern:
- Should be interested in a career in marketing, advertising or business
- Ideally based near Williamstown, Mass., with the ability to work directly with our marketing director at least once a week
- If working remotely, should be in frequent contact (either by phone or email) with marketing director for tasks and assignments
- Must possess strong communication and written skills, and be self-motivated to perform daily tasks
If you would like to learn various tools of the trade, positions can be combined (i.e. reporter and technology intern).
April 28, 2015
FS is Hiring!
Always wanted to be a part of FS? Now’s the time! FasterSkier.com is looking to fill a variety of positions – part time and on an as-needed basis – as soon as possible, and definitely before the snow flies!

This is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists and those passionate about cross-country skiing to dive right into covering all aspects of the sport. Positions range from part-time weekend reporters, responsible for international and domestic race coverage throughout the winter, to interns and contributors with computer skills and a flair for nordic.

You don’t have to be an international-racing expert, just an enthusiastic writer with a basic understanding of the sport and a strong desire to learn and improve your writing.

Staff members will work on meaningful projects, interview top athletes, coaches and officials, and potentially travel. Even volunteer contributors (who we wish we could pay) could find themselves in the mixed zone of a World Cup race, or covering something as exciting at the American Birkebeiner in the U.S.

Working for FasterSkier is a unique and exciting opportunity for highly motivated individuals. You will be paid to travel to some of the best winter destinations in the world to report on ski races. Within weeks of starting you will be calling Olympic athletes on their cell phones. And you will be working with a great team, dedicated to pushing the envelope of ski journalism.

Weekend reporter:

Responsible for covering races remotely for about a dozen weekends (and certain weekdays) throughout the upcoming winter. Includes watching races live online (World Cup) and following up on results for non-televised events (i.e. SuperTour and NorAms). Should have regular access to a computer with reliable internet, and the capability of using Skype for interviews and composing thoughtful emails as reporting tools.
- Salary: Stipend based on experience and days worked
- Time frame: Late November 2014 to late March 2015
Part-time intern:

Will assist with interviewing athletes, transcribing fellow reporters’ interviews, and posting directly to the website (i.e. photo galleries, press releases). Must be proficient with computers and social media, and have a basic understanding of WordPress or an ability to learn quickly. Position is unpaid with equipment perks.

Volunteer contributor positions:

– Canadian contributor:

Seeking a native who knows the ins and outs of nordic skiing and biathlon in Canada. It helps to be connected or an avid fan that follows all aspects of the sport. Responsible for helping with Canadian coverage, especially with NorAms and national championships. Unpaid position with FS schwag or gear perks.

– Para Nordic contributor:

Pick up where our incredibly dedicated former Para Nordic writer Mark Vosburgh left off and be the expert on all things related to adaptive recreational and elite Paralympic cross-country skiing in North America and beyond. You’ll be in charge of updating the Para Nordic blog as you please, especially as news rolls in, and the opportunity to get media accreditation for the 2015 IPC World Championships in Cable, Wis. (travel, room and board not necessarily included). Unpaid position with FS schwag or gear perks.

– Biathlon or Nordic Combined contributor:

Are you an expert in either of these sports? We would love for you to help us out with covering the North American teams on the Continental and World Cups throughout the winter. We have separate blogs for both biathlon and nordic combined, and the sky’s the limit when it comes to broadening our coverage of two of the toughest sports in nordic.

– Masters contributor:

For the ultimate “Master Blaster” who loves to write almost as much as skiing! Should be willing to pitch original stories on local, national and international content, then find the best method of reporting and writing them. Unpaid position with FS schwag or gear perks.

– Travel reporter:

For those willing to write and report on-site as needed throughout the season. Unpaid with the reward of paid travel and seeing races live!

– Eastern-collegiate contributor:

Ideal candidate will be at most of the EISA carnival races throughout the 2014/2015 season with the ability to take photos and report on all events. Unpaid position with FS schwag or gear perks.

– Western collegiate contributor:

Ideal candidate will be at most of the RMISA carnival races throughout the 2014/2015 season with the ability to take photos and report on all events. Unpaid position with FS schwag or gear perks.

All positions:

Ideal candidates will be able to start immediately and commit through the 2014/2015 nordic season, pitching ideas and collaborating on assignments with editors. Being available for Monday morning conference calls is definitely a plus, as all jobs are done remotely.

Intern and contributing positions are unpaid with gear or equipment perks depending on the level of the involvement and frequency of reports. Promising interns or contributors could be promoted to paid staff in the future and/or earn trips to cover events.

Prospective applicants should be highly motivated, strong writers and diligent reporters. Editors will expect several articles per week, encouraging interns to contribute “quick content” as needed. The remainder of the offseason (October and early November) will be viewed as a training period, and prospective part-timers should be able work most every weekend during the season.
October 27, 2014