FOX Sports · 21 hours ago
NFL Editor
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $109K/yr
5+ years expFOX Sports is the industry leader in live events and is seeking an NFL Editor to join their digital team in Los Angeles. The NFL Editor will direct daily coverage of the NFL, maintain an editorial calendar, and work collaboratively with various teams to enhance storytelling and audience engagement across platforms.
Sports
Responsibilities
Support FOX Sports Digital’s content plans for the NFL and communicate the strategy throughout the digital group and other segments of the company
Work in-person with screening and social teams during NFL Sundays to facilitate compelling coverage off studio shows and in-game moments
Work across a team of editors, writers, and freelance contributors, sparking creative ideas and embracing new approaches to storytelling while identifying trending news items and providing constructive feedback to help writers grow and improve their craft
Work in partnership with the social team to extend the reach of NFL storytelling efforts, using social channels to grow the audience and engage users with compelling bite-size content
Work with the Deputy Editor to establish an overall editorial voice and tone for NFL content, especially as it pertains to editorial franchises and tentpole content
Coordinate NFL storytelling efforts for the FOX Sports App and FOXSports.com
Extend linear and digital video NFL content (editorial screening) into the digital space and surround it with complementary content, while developing relationships with production and working with marquee talent
Maintain overall editorial vision and content strategy for planned original content, embracing a truly cross-platform storytelling approach by blending the written word, video offerings, social content, and graphics to engage NFL fans with smart and surprising stories across various platforms with primary focus on website and app
Display outstanding news judgment, skilled storytelling abilities, thorough knowledge of digital best practices (including SEO, social platforms and content sharing) and a strong knowledge of journalistic principals and methods
Assist in updating FOX Sports Digital’s editorial calendar and content budget for NFL, planning for upcoming events, major milestones, and content themes
Utilize analytics, research, and other data to help shape the editorial strategy for FOX Sports Digital while living in the data and regularly tracking metrics
Collaborate with the design team to plan and execute all art for stories, including original photography, art, and informational graphics
Recruit new talent and develop existing staff
Qualification
Required
5+ years editing NFL coverage
Experience directing content strategy and bylined writers and newsdesk contributors
Exceptional knowledge of the NFL and storylines throughout the league as well as diehard general sports knowledge
Able to strategically direct a team at a live event, solving problems and communicating messages throughout the team
Strong leadership skills, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects
Availability after hours and weekends – the role will be tied to the sports calendar and major tentpole events, along with coordinating coverage as news breaks around the clock
Outstanding organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal/in-office skills
Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency
Preferred
Knowledge/experience in television and broadcasting
Bachelor's Degree
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
Insurance
A 401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
Company
FOX Sports
Fox Sports Interactive Media develops media initiatives for FOX Sports and FOX Sports Net. It is a sub-organization of 21st Century Fox.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$30MKey Investors
Government of United States of America
2017-01-01Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Bryan McAleer
Senior Vice President, Sports Brand Partnerships Digital/Content Studio
Drew Panaro
Vice President Sports Brand Partnerships
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