Sports Reporter Mock Interview

Master 28 Sports Reporter interview questions covering breaking news, on-camera presence, and source development.

Question 18 of 28

How do you develop relationships with athletes?

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Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.

A strong reporter is able to create contacts who help them find story ideas. Sports reporters create contacts with athletes, coaches, and those inside the organization who will update them with the latest news from the team or department. The candidate should discuss their experience generating sources in sports or in other fields, and talk about how their ability to create strong relationships will strengthen the sports department.

Christina Erne

Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.

"Once I do a story with an athlete or a coach, I make sure to swap business cards with them. Although I may not think I will need them again, it is always good for someone else to have my phone number, in case they ever want to reach out. In this way, I am able to collect phone numbers and contacts to use years in the future."

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28Sports Reporter Interview Questions & Answers

1.Why do you want to become a sports reporter?

2.What is your favorite sport to watch?

3.What sports reporter do you admire?

4.What is your favorite sport to cover?

5.What is your least favorite sport to cover?

6.Do you consider yourself a quiet or loud sports game spectator?

Sports Reporter Mock Interview

How do you develop relationships with athletes?

28Sports Reporter Interview Questions & Answers

1.Why do you want to become a sports reporter?

2.What is your favorite sport to watch?

3.What sports reporter do you admire?

4.What is your favorite sport to cover?

5.What is your least favorite sport to cover?

6.Do you consider yourself a quiet or loud sports game spectator?

7.What are your salary expectations?

8.What are your benefits expectations?

9.When did you realize you wanted to work in the sports industry?

10.Why is this job right for you at this time in your career?

11.What is your experience shooting video and pictures?

12.How well do you work with a team?

13.If you could choose another career, what would it be and why?

14.What are your future career aspirations?

15.How do you work under a tight deadline?

16.How do you prioritize sports stories for the day?

17.Do you prefer reporting on local or national sports?

18.How do you develop relationships with athletes?

19.How does this position fit into your career goals?

20.Where do you see yourself five years from now?

21.How would you describe your writing style?

22.How do you find new and unique sports story ideas?

23.Did you ever play any sports?

24.What is your favorite sports comeback of all time and how well do you think it was covered?

25.How will your sports reporting be set apart from others?

26.How would you react to working overtime?

27.What time during the day do you work best?

28.How do you remain professional during casual sporting events?