Associate Newsroom SEO Editor (Contract) - Remote

Overview

The Athletic is seeking an Associate Newsroom SEO Editor to enhance audience engagement through effective SEO strategies in a remote setting.

In Short

• Join a leading sports media newsroom focused on audience growth.
• Optimize news content for search visibility.
• Provide SEO guidance to journalists.
• Work remotely from the US or Canada.
• Collaborate with editorial and analytics teams.
• Monitor audience trends and search performance.
• Manage SEO strategies for live and breaking news.
• Engage with major sporting events and tentpole coverage.
• Requires evening and weekend shifts.
• Contract position until February 2026.

Requirements

• Experience in SEO at a major publisher or news organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Understanding of SEO best practices.
• Familiarity with SEO tools like Google Search Console and SEMRush.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Passion for sports journalism is a plus.

Benefits

• Work from anywhere in the US or Canada.
• Be part of a dynamic newsroom team.
• Engage with a passionate audience.
• Opportunity to influence sports journalism.
• Flexible working hours with remote capabilities.