Staff Editor, College - Remote

Overview

The Athletic seeks a Staff Editor for its colleges desk, focusing on college football and basketball coverage, including editing, publishing, and content strategy.

In Short

• Jump on breaking news and participate in live coverage.
• Generate thoughtful and relevant story ideas.
• Line and copy edit stories for quality and style.
• Collaborate with writers and provide guidance on news coverage.
• Work on content strategy and budgeting for college sports.
• Develop and execute high-quality stories and features.
• Embrace innovative methods for live news coverage.
• Utilize data and feedback for SEO headline writing.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in digital news and feature editing.
• Experience in content development from idea to publishing.
• Strong news judgment and flexibility in fast-paced environments.
• Deep knowledge and passion for college sports.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices.
• Familiarity with WordPress and photo editing skills is a plus.
• Availability for shifts on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Work remotely from the U.S. or Canada.