Sports Editor-at-Large (Football, NBA, Motorsports, Boxing, WWE)

ITP Media Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Dubai is seeking an experienced sports journalist to produce culturally relevant sports stories and features. The candidate must have at least 3 years of experience in sports journalism, a specialization in at least one sport, and a strong on-camera presence. Joining our team means collaborating with freelancers and contributing to a diverse range of storytelling formats that reflect the rich culture surrounding sports in the region.

Qualifications

• 3 years in sports journalism, content, or commentary.
• Specialization in at least one sport.
• Strong understanding of sports and cultural intersections.

Responsibilities

• Produce features and narratives on sports culture.
• Host and collaborate on video content related to sports.
• Develop regionally relevant sports coverage.

Skills

Sports journalism

Cultural storytelling

On-camera presence

Job description

Responsibilities

• Produce several monthly stories deep dives athlete profiles or creative takes on moments shaping sports culture.
• Cover sports through the lens of culture: fashion music fan movements social media and legacy.
• Write long‑form features social essays or narrative‑driven videos highlighting the regions rising athletes.

Video & Social Storytelling

• Appear on or host video segments related to GOAT debates athlete style or major sporting events.
• Collaborate with the video and social teams on short‑form content from locker‑room interviews to fan vox pops.
• Contribute to IPs and social‑first franchises across Complexs sports vertical.

Commissioning & Collaboration

• Work with contributing editors and freelancers to develop regionally relevant sports coverage.
• Commission photographers writers and commentators to expand the voice of sports storytelling.
• Liaise with brands clubs and athletes for exclusive features and collaborations.

Cultural Integration

• Ensure MENAs sports stories reflect not just competition but the cultural worlds surrounding them fashion music identity and community.
• Balance Arabic and English storytelling to speak to a pan‑regional audience.

Requirements

• 3 years in sports journalism content or commentary.
• Specialization in at least one sport (football basketball motor sports boxing or wrestling).
• Strong understanding of how sports intersect with culture and fandom.
• Confident on‑camera presence; able to translate expertise into storytelling.