Sports Content Writer

Essentiallysports; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports media company is searching for a full-time Sports Content Writer who can produce engaging and accurate articles on breaking sports news. This remote position offers a flexible work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals while reaching a large audience of sports fans.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Skill Development

Networking Opportunities

Growth Opportunities

Portfolio Building

Exposure to a large audience

Increased social presence

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with excellent writing and editing skills.
• Meticulous in research and adept at crafting well-structured narratives.
• 1+ years of experience in news writing, preferably in sports.

Responsibilities

• Write breaking news articles on sports, ensuring speed, accuracy, and depth.
• Monitor live sports events and team updates.
• Collaborate with the editorial team for high-quality content.

Skills

English proficiency

Writing and editing skills

Research skills

Ability to work under deadlines

Passion for sports

Tools

WordPress

Job description

Role: Full-time Sports Content Writer

Work Environment: Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere. Six-day work week with nine-hour shifts aligned with US timings (early morning/evening IST).

Responsibilities

• Write breaking news articles on sports, ensuring speed, accuracy, and depth.
• Monitor live sports events, team updates, and trending sports news to stay ahead of the curve.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure high-quality content that resonates with fans.
• Generate fresh ideas for content that engages a global audience.
• Uphold journalistic standards of accuracy, ethics, and objectivity in every piece.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with excellent writing and editing skills.
• Meticulous in research and adept at crafting well-structured narratives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• 1+ years of experience in news writing, preferably in sports.
• Passionate about writing or sports, preferably American Sports.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress is a plus.

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Work from anywhere at your convenience.
• Skill Development: Enhance your writing skills and gain practical journalism experience.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with experienced sports industry professionals.
• Growth Opportunities in sports journalism.
• Portfolio Building: Showcase and gain recognition for your work on our platform.
• Exposure to a platform reaching millions of sports fans daily.
• Social Reach: Increase your social presence with our unique journalistic approach.