Associate Editor

Essentiallysports; Bengaluru, Mumbai; Remote; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports media company is seeking a Sports Content Editor to deliver high-quality sports articles. You will edit and publish up to 25 articles daily while mentoring a team of writers. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic sports industry environment.

Benefits

Flexibility to work from anywhere

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Showcase work to millions of sports fans

Qualifications

• 6-12 months of experience in sports content editing or similar role.
• Ability to analyze article performance metrics.
• Eagerness to cover breaking news and live events.

Responsibilities

• Edit and publish 20-25 articles daily.
• Ensure each article is fact-checked and well-researched.
• Collaborate closely with writers and editors.

Skills

Editing and proofreading

Strong command of English

SEO understanding

Leadership skills

Passion for sports

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English, Media/Journalism

Job description

Why You Should Join Us:

If you're a talented editor with a passion for sports and storytelling, we want to hear from you. Here’s what makes you the perfect fit:

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Media/ Journalism, or similar discipline.
• Have 6-12 months of experience in sports content editing, proofreading, or any other similar role.
• Possess a strong command of the English language and an understanding of American culture.
• Bring energy and creativity to our articles, ensuring each piece resonates with readers and leaves a lasting impression.
• Can analyze article performance metrics and use insights to consistently elevate the quality of content.
• A basic understanding of SEO, including crafting engaging headings and subheadings.
• Leadership skills to inspire, guide, and mentor a team of talented writers.
• A passion for the sports, with an eagerness to cover breaking news, live events, and in-depth analyses.

As a Sports Content Editor at EssentiallySports:

• Youll be editing and publishing 20-25 articles each day, always keeping the high quality of EssentiallySports at the forefront.
• Every article you touch will be fact-checked, well-researched, and ready to deliver value to our readers.
• Your deep understanding of our audience will help you fine-tune content, enhancing its impact and relevance even after its been published.
• Youll work closely with a skilled team of writers, editors, and content managers in our fast-paced newsroom, alongside the content quality (CQ) team, to constantly refine and elevate the content we publish.
• As a mentor, youll inspire and empower writers, helping them grow and evolve as contributors to the team.
• Timelines is keyby staying on top of breaking news, youll ensure our readers are always up-to-date as events unfold.
• This role will see you working six days a week, aligning with a schedule that meets the needs of our US audience.

Whats in It for You?

• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the world with our fully remote setup.
• Competitive salary based on your experience and the quality of your assessment.
• Endless growth opportunities within a fast-paced, rapidly expanding sports media company.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of passionate sports industry professionals.
• A platform to showcase your work to millions of sports fans daily, building a portfolio that stands out.
• Opportunities to elevate your personal brand and grow your social media presence, backed by our distinctive journalistic approach.

Location : - Mumbai, Delhi / NCR, Bengaluru , Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Remote