Remote SEO Associate Editor, Sports Explainers

The Walt Disney Company

Connecticut

Hybrid

USD 44,000 - 59,000

Part time

12 hours ago

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Job summary

The Walt Disney Company, through ESPN, seeks an Associate Editor - SEO for a remote, part-time role. You will ideate, create, and maintain search-friendly sports content, including explainers and how-to-watch files, working with the SEO and Watch teams.

React quickly to breaking news and craft copy that serves both readers and web crawlers. You will collaborate on editorial planning, keep explainer databases current, and ensure accuracy across content types while maintaining strong news judgment

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year in a high-level media environment.
Knowledge of all sports, including fantasy and betting areas.
Ability to turn data from platforms such as Google Trends into content that engages fans.
Strong news judgment and the ability to react quickly and calmly in breaking news moments when warranted.
Excellent writing skills.
Ability to juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical workweek.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Create search-friendly content across sports, including evergreen explainers and how-to-watch pieces.
Participate in short- and long-term editorial planning to keep ESPN explainer content up to date.
Craft content with fans and search engines in mind, adapting to changing audience behavior.
Collaborate with content partners on daily programming plans to meet deadlines.
Ensure accuracy across content types.