Sports Designer/Copy Editor

Responsibilities

• Daily, create visually compelling pages for the print sports section, using Methode publishing system and InDesign
• Create graphics, utilize photos, and other design elements to improve storytelling on sports pages
• Edit and proofread sports articles - game stories, features, columns, breaking news - for grammar, punctuation, spelling and style
• Write accurate and entertaining headlines that capture the NY Post voice
• Stay updated with design trends and share new ideas

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in print media (at least 2 years in sports)
• Strong layout/design skills
• Proficient in InDesign and ability to also work with Methode publishing platform
• Keen eye for detail to ensure error-free and polished designs and pages
• Stellar editing chops, including a nose for news and a practiced copy-editing eye
• Proven ability to write accurate, attention-grabbing headlines
• Able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work hard, be proactive and multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
• Keen interest and knowledge of sports, particularly around the New York teams
• Must be able to work nights and weekends

Pay

Base Pay Range: $75,000 - $85,000

Schedule

The shift schedule for this role will be 4 p.m.-12 a.m. EST and will be expected to work one weekend day.