Sports Writer

Job Title: Sports Writer Location: Remote Job Type: Part-Time Internship About Us: The Lead aims to heighten the casual fan's knowledge of the game. We cover big markets and small markets alike, no matter the size, by providing commentary and analysis on topics other outlets overlook. By fans and for fans, The Lead prides itself on a group of invested contributors who seek to bring authenticity and nuance back to the sports media space. Job Summary: If you love sports and creating content, The Lead provides a unique platform to engage with other die-hard fans and promote your content across a network of 350K+ followers! It has the best publishing platform, a robust brand, excellent training, and an amazing team with an exploding branch system (see @LakersLead on Twitter for example). The Lead is rapidly growing to rival The Athletic, The Ringer, and other “household name” sports media outlets. Many contributors at these outlets have started with The Lead. Others have used their experience with The Lead to give themselves additional professional opportunities in journalism, marketing, social media, sports information, and more. If you're looking to start a media-focused career or are just a passionate sports fan looking to advance the conversation, there isn't a better place to start than with The Lead. Key Responsibilities:Feature Articles: Write in-depth features, profiles, and reaction pieces related to your team's players, game outcomes, and strategy. Minimum 1 article every other week while in season Minimum 1 article per month while in the offseasonResearch: Stay informed about the statistics and league-wide developments, ensuring accuracy and relevance in your writing.Writer Collaboration: Work closely with fellow writers and the editorial team to brainstorm story ideas and collaborate on stories.Social Media Engagement: Utilize X (Twitter) and other social media to promote articles and engage with followers. Qualifications:Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with attention to detail.Strong knowledge of the team you choose to coverAbility to work under tight deadlines Familiarity with X (Twitter) or other social platform to promote your work What We Offer:Promotion of content across a network of over 350,000 followers. Syndication of content across platforms such as MSN, Yahoo, Flipboard, Google News, Sports Reference, and more Opportunities for professional development and skill-building including writing workshops, feedback on every article, and peer-review Access to exclusive statistical databases These positions are unpaid, but numerous contributors have used their experience and skills acquired with The Lead to find compensation elsewhere. If you're looking to start a media-focused career or are just a passionate sports fan looking to advance the conversation, there isn't a better place to start than with The Lead! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing samples to theleadsm@gmail.com The Lead is an equal opportunity employer.