Editor, Basketball

Fanatics; Coppell, New York (TX, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking an Editor, Basketball to lead end-to-end editorial for trading card projects. You'll work with Editorial leadership, Product Development, Art, and production to deliver accurate and compelling collectible content within deadlines.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, deep basketball knowledge, strong writing and communication, and experience with CMS tools. The role collaborates across teams to ensure brand standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Basketball, including major leagues.
• Ability to identify a broad range of current and former Basketball players.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Select, assign, and crop high-quality photography for product design.
• Coordinate text- and statistics-based card-back content.
• Build, maintain, and update subject lists with Product Development.
• Review editorial content, proofs, and layouts for accuracy.
• Apply licensors' style guides and internal quality requirements.
• Identify photography acquisition needs and communicate requests.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners through production.
• Complete assigned work per schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain project information in content-management systems.
• Communicate proactively with Editorial leadership and cross-functional partners.

Skills

Basketball knowledge

Editorial coordination

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Multitasking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content-management systems

Job description

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

The Editor, Basketball supports the end-to-end editorial process for assigned trading card projects, working closely with Editorial leadership, Product Development, Art, Project Management, and production partners to deliver accurate, compelling, and innovative collectible products. This role combines editorial content development, photography selection, subject-list management, proofing, and Basketball subject-matter knowledge within a deadline-driven production environment.

Responsibilities

Editorial & Content

• Select, assign, and crop high-quality photography appropriate to product design, licensing requirements, and brand standards.
• Coordinate text- and statistics-based card-back content for collectible trading card products.
• Build, maintain, and update subject lists in partnership with Product Development.
• Review editorial content, proofs, and layouts for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Apply established licensor style guides, editorial standards, and internal quality requirements.
• Identify photography acquisition needs and communicate requests in support of production schedules.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external content, imaging, and prepress partners throughout the production and correction process.
• Complete assigned work in accordance with established project schedules, priorities, and deadlines.
• Identify and elevate issues involving editorial content, imagery, licensing, or production workflow.
• Maintain accurate project information and status updates within applicable content-management and workflow systems.
• Communicate proactively with Editorial leadership and cross-functional partners when information, assets, or approvals are needed.

Product Development

• Participate in product reviews and brainstorming sessions for assigned programs.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Art to contribute editorial, imagery, and Basketball-specific perspective to product concepts and execution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in Basketball, including the MLB, MiLB, and Nippon Basketball League.
• Ability to accurately identify a broad range of current and former Basketball players.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new content-management and workflow systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or professional experience in editorial, publishing, sports media, content production, collectibles, or a related field.
• Familiarity with photography, graphic design, print production, or digital asset management.
• Familiarity with brand standards, style guides, or licensed consumer products.

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