Part-Time Mobile Sports Editor & Headline Pro

ESPN, Inc.; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

ESPN Enterprises, Inc is hiring an Associate Editor to edit ESPN Mobile App content, including notifications and News Lane packages. You will assess stories daily, shape style and voice, and coordinate with hundreds of reporters and video teams to feature compelling content.

You will craft tight headlines, tell stories succinctly, and prioritize online coverage for a national audience across platforms and formats. Nights/weekends may be required as part of shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-level sports media environment, with leadership duties.
• Expert-level knowledge of NFL, NBA, MLB, UFC, college football/basketball and related trends.
• Understanding of fan engagement data and KPIs for content optimization.
• Strong news sense and ability to craft compelling online stories and headlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit and maintain ESPN Mobile App content including notifications and News Lane programming.
• Assess stories daily and manage overall style, voice, and presentation.
• Coordinate with 125 ESPN reporters; vet video with the Digital Video team and push to prominent spots.
• Develop in-depth projects and daily content across multiple platforms.

Skills

Headline writing

Verbal communication

Written communication

News judgment

Editorial prioritization

Fast-paced work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in communication arts, journalism or news media

Tools

HTML

Job description

ESPN Enterprises, Inc is hiring an Associate Editor to edit ESPN Mobile App content, including notifications and News Lane packages. You will assess stories daily, shape style and voice, and coordinate with hundreds of reporters and video teams to feature compelling content.

You will craft tight headlines, tell stories succinctly, and prioritize online coverage for a national audience across platforms and formats. Nights/weekends may be required as part of shifts.