SportsBusiness Daily is seeking an entry-level Staff Writer at our Charlotte, N.C., headquarters. Qualified candidates will have excellent knowledge of sports and business issues, with equally strong writing and verbal skills. Must also have a solid work ethic and thrive in a team environment. Strong editing and copy-editing skills needed, as well as the ability to work very well under the pressure of a deadline. Computer and Internet skills also required. Interested candidates should provide resume and writing samples to jobs@sportsbusinessdaily.com or fax to (704) 973-1501.

The growing complexity of contracts, whether they’re with players, sponsors or media partners, or offers to buy teams, has placed an increased focus on sports lawyers. SportsBusiness Journal will look at the role lawyers play in decision-making and how their duties have expanded in the front office. We’ll also look at the ways lawyers lobby politicians and try to steer policy-making decisions. Publishing Date: April 25 Ad Close: April 11 Materials Close: April 13.

For more information, contact Julie Tuttle, National Director of Advertising at 212 500 0711 or jtuttle@sportsbusinessjournal.com.