Associate Writer and Editor - Sports Content

About the role

Our sports entertainment client is looking for an Associate Writer and Editor to join their team on a 6‑month contract. The position is remote. The role focuses on covering daily sports and supports daily sports news coverage and content production. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in sports journalism or sports media, exceptional communication skills, and deep knowledge of major sports leagues. In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.

Responsibilities

• Update and edit breaking news stories in collaboration with editors and writers.
• Create content around major sporting events, game action, and off‑field developments.
• Produce accurate, engaging, and timely content in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Work closely with editing and programming teams to ensure content quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in sports journalism, sports media, or related content production.
• Portfolio of published sports content.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Expert‑level knowledge of one or more major sports leagues, including NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, soccer, or college football/basketball.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines.

Skills

• Broad sports knowledge with expertise in specific leagues or teams.
• Familiarity with AP Style.
• Ability to identify and source newsworthy content from social media platforms.
• Comfortable using online publishing and content management systems.

Schedule

The role requires a schedule centered on evenings and weekends to align with the sports news cycle. The position is remote, with a preference for candidates in San Francisco or New York who are willing to work a hybrid in‑office schedule.