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Tynin Fries
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Deputy Director of Audience at The Denver Post (she/her)
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The Denver Post is hiring a sports editor. Here's where you can find details about the role and how to apply. #journojobs #journalismjobs #sportsjobs #sportsjournalism
Sports Editor
Summary: The Denver Post is seeking a Sports Editor to oversee a staff and sports section that have repeatedly earned national recognition for excellence. The ideal candidate knows how to set a strategy that works for both our digital and print readers. This person must be able to coordinate major projects (including a yearly magazine to kick off the Broncos season), coach reporters and columnists, and elevate copy. Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a primarily remote work environment are necessities. What you will do: Maintain communication with reporters to ensure a thorough understanding of what stories each reporter is pursuing and that all elements, including photography and digital plans, are considered and accounted for Monitor analytics to ensure story choices are resonating with readers Senior editors with production oversight should provide ongoing direction and guidance on wire choices and headlines and communicate Denver Post design needs with the design hub Edit stories for context, organization, clarity, length and style Coach reporters to write deep enterprise and watchdog stories, while also breaking key news on their beats Regularly provide stories that compete for 1A in the print product and can lead the home page Complete evaluations of direct reports in a timely manner in accordance with the CBA Exercise strong news judgment Leverage analytics and use them in decision making What you will bring: Newsroom leadership experience, including managing reporters to do their best work 5 years management experience at a daily newspaper Reporting, writing and editing skills, including knowledge of AP style Ability to edit complex stories and assist less experienced reporters Strong digital headline writing skills 5 years of reporting experience at a daily newspaper or similar organization Understanding of SEO and how to leverage it to build an audience for our content Knowledge of Denver Post style and Denver Post ethics and social media policy Understanding of fair use, copyright laws and media ethics Benefits and Compensation: The salary is $85,000 + cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: http://www.mybensite.com/mng Who we are: The Denver Post, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a major daily newspaper with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century and long been a cornerstone of Colorado journalism. The Denver Post continues to provide comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news, along with engaging features on sports, entertainment, and culture. In today's dynamic media landscape, we connect with audiences across print and digital channels, delivering a seamless news experience. Our comprehensive suite of multimedia marketing solutions leverages this multi-platform approach to provide unparalleled reach and expertise. Our work is driven by a deeper purpose: to do right by our clients, make a positive impact on our community, and have some fun in the process. “3x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023, 2024 & 2025” EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Denver-Colorado/Sports-Editor_R2626. Along with your resume, please include 3 to 4 samples that showcase your best work. Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours #LI-YW1 We are people first. Our people are our differentiator. Together, we are reinventing an industry. Transforming the future of media we pride ourselves on sharing engaging stories that inform, inspire, and connect with readers across a diverse collection of trusted local media brands. MediaNews Group is a leader in local, multi-platform news and information, distinguished by its award-winning, original content and high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets. We offer local news and information web sites and mobile apps offering rich multimedia experiences across the nation. MediaNews Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Which Etsy witch do we need to pay to make it snow in Denver?
November 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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ICE detained a Colorado teacher and her family during a routine check-in at a field office last week despite the educator having legal authorization to live and work in the United States, according to school officials // Story by @sethklamann.bsky.social
Douglas County teacher arrested by ICE had legal authorization to work, school says
“We are currently working closely with our legal team and outside immigration attorneys to understand if and how we might be able to help facilitate their return,” Principal Stacy Bush …
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October 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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NEW: Premiums will double next year for Coloradans who buy their health insurance on the state's individual market, with higher-income families facing increases of $10,000 or more, the Colorado Division of Insurance announced Monday.

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Health insurance premiums to double next year on Colorado’s individual market
The monthly “sticker price” of health insurance is rising, and households will have to pay a larger share of that monthly cost than they have since the pandemic.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Join us in a bit of joy.

We've heard from readers that the news cycle is scary, depressing, overwhelming.

Our @denverpost.com coverage often includes successes, joy or community, but those stories don’t always stand out.

So, we created a newsletter to highlight them.

Sign up for Bluebird Day:
Ready for some good news, Colorado? Say hello to Bluebird Day.
Join us for a little bit of joy.
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October 14, 2025 at 8:51 PM
For Denver coffee/tea lovers:

You MUST try Huckleberry Roasters' Banana Bread Chai. It's life-changing
September 10, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Recently @denverpost.com put a call out to our readers to hear how they feel about their mayor. We received hundreds of responses. Here are a few of the highlights:
www.denverpost.com/2025/07/13/d...
Denverites weigh in on Mayor Mike Johnston’s first two years, from cheers to disappointments
The Denver Post asked readers in Denver to assess Mayor Mike Johnston’s first two years in office. Hundreds responded. Here’s a sampling of responses.
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July 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
RIP Andrea Gibson

I absolutely loved their work and recommend everyone pick up "You Better Be Lightning."
July 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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JUST IN: Curt Johnson was officially named the first general manager of Denver’s NWSL expansion franchise.
Denver NWSL hires longtime soccer executive Curt Johnson as club’s first general manager
Curt Johnson was announced as Denver NWSL’s first general manager on Thursday. He was most recently the Chief Soccer Officer of the North Carolina Courage.
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May 29, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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7-year-old Isaiah Stark died in 2020, likely from drinking too much olive brine.

This is the story of how Grand County tried to make the case disappear.

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A Colorado boy likely died from drinking too much olive brine. Grand County tried to make the suspicious case disappear.
Isaiah Stark died from ingesting too much sodium, the coroner found, likely due to drinking olive brine.
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May 15, 2025 at 3:36 PM
In @denverpost.com's weekly Adventurist newsletter, we include a Dog of the Week segment.

In reality, it's a great excuse to get readers to email me photos and personality descriptions of their dogs. But this week I got an 11-PAGE BOOK one man wrote about his dog, Gus V ❤️
April 29, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Wednesday is the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, bringing an end to decades of war in #Vietnam.

The siege spurred much of the initial Vietnamese resettlement in Colorado. I spoke with the community for @denverpost.com about past struggles and future hopes.
For many in Denver’s Vietnamese community, the fall of Saigon 50 years ago brought a new beginning
The fall of Saigon marked the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. Fifty years later, metro Denver’s Vietnamese community looks back on the event’s legacy and charts its future.
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April 27, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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President Donald Trump’s administration acknowledged Monday that sending Kilmar Abrego Garcia to his native El Salvador was an “administrative error.”

Despite this, the White House argued against bringing him back and says it lacks the power to seek his return from El Salvador’s government.
Outrage grows over Maryland man’s mistaken deportation to El Salvador prison
Trump’s admin acknowledged an “administrative error,” but is against returning him to the U.S.
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April 2, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Transgender Coloradans — particularly children and supportive parents — would gain increased legal protections against discrimination under new legislation that cleared its first hurdle in the state House early Wednesday morning.
Colorado bill adding protections for transgender people — including against “deadnaming” — passes first hurdle
Transgender Coloradans — particularly children and supportive parents — would gain increased legal protections against discrimination under new legislation that cleared its first hurdle…
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April 2, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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CO school district rejects donation of “banned” books to be returned to library shelves -- except for 1.

The district determined "#Pride: Championing LGBTQ Rights" was inappropriate for school libraries but would be kept by the superintendent

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Colorado school district rejects donation of “banned” books to be returned to library shelves
The school district noted in a court filing that it couldn’t return the 19 books to library shelves because they had been discarded after being pulled.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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"The next two weeks will determine whether a single measles case in Colorado fizzles out or starts an outbreak."
Will Colorado’s measles case spark an outbreak? Depends on who got exposed
An unvaccinated adult who lives in Pueblo developed measles after visiting a part of Mexico that has an ongoing outbreak.
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April 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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The Social Security Administration snatched Alex Vukovich’s January payment right out of his bank account and hasn’t made February or March payments — because the government insists he's dead. (He's not)
Colorado man declared dead by Social Security still fighting to restart payments: “I’m at my wit’s end”
Alex Vukovich’s Social Security check disappeared from his bank account in late January after the federal agency mistakenly placed him on its list of deceased recipients.
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March 28, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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BREAKING: After months of multimillion-dollar funding appeals from cities across the country, the Sundance Film Festival announced that the famed event will move from its longtime home in Park City, Utah, to Colorado beginning in 2027.
Boulder wins Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027, beating out Utah and Ohio
Polis and state legislators had been working since last year to shore up incentives for the event, gathering $35 million to dangle in front of festival leaders.
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March 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Update: Jeanette Vizguerra’s lawyers said ICE is attempting to remove her based on an order that was never valid.

“If ICE proceeds with trying to remove her without legal authority, it sends a chilling message about the agency’s disregard for due process and the rule of law,” her attorney said.
Colorado immigration activist Jeanette Vizguerra detained by ICE
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston decried Vizguerra’s detention as an abuse of power and “Putin-style persecution of political dissidents.”
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March 19, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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NEW: More than 100 schools in Denver will be closed Thursday as teachers and other educators plan to rally at the Colorado State Capitol to protest the state’s funding of K-12 schools.
More than 100 DPS schools will be closed Thursday as Colorado teachers rally for K-12 funding. These schools will stay open.
Thousands of educators from across the state are expected to attend the event led by the Colorado Education Association, the state’s largest teachers union.
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March 18, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Shoutout to Denver Library for getting enough copies of “Sunrise on the Reaping” for me to get it on release day via Libby!
March 18, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Can't wait for this!
BREAKING: Denver's National Women’s Soccer League club, which is set to begin play in 2026, plans to build a 14,500-seat stadium in the heart of the city.
Denver NWSL team plans to build 14,500-seat stadium, entertainment district at Santa Fe Yards
A world-class women’s soccer stadium is coming to the heart of Denver.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Colorado's legislature this week moved closer to changing the state’s public records law in favor of state and local government officials, who have complained about an increasing volume of requests from the public // Story by @sethklamann.bsky.social
Colorado lawmakers advance public records law changes, while protecting their own open-meeting exemptions
Both measures are part of multiyear debates at the Colorado legislature about the state’s transparency laws.
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March 11, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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"None of these women knew that the company (Hinge) had known about his violent behavior for years. He was first reported on September 28, 2020. By then, Match Group’s safety policy was already in place."

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Dating app cover-up: How Tinder, Hinge and their corporate owner keep rape under wraps
The company behind more than a dozen dating apps, Match Group, has known for years about the abusive users on its platforms, but chooses to leave millions of people in the dark.
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February 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM