Sports Editor

Complex; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Full-Time Editor to lead sports coverage that resonates with its vibrant audience. This role involves managing freelance contributions, editing features, and strategizing content distribution across various platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of sports culture, particularly in areas like the NBA and NFL, and have a proven track record in writing and reporting. Join a dynamic team where your creativity and leadership will help shape the future of sports storytelling and engage a passionate community of readers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of team management experience and 4+ years of writing/reporting.
• Deep knowledge of sports, especially NBA and NFL.

Responsibilities

• Guide editorial voice for Complex Sports and manage freelance assignments.
• Craft pitches and content related to the sports world.

Skills

Team Management

Writing and Reporting

Social Media Proficiency

Knowledge of Sports

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Copy Editing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shoppability.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.

Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.

Why We're Hiring

Complex is seeking a Full Time Editor to cover sports in a way that aligns with our brand and audience. Reporting to the Head of Sports, the editor will manage freelance assignments, edit features, strategize coverage, oversee content distribution, and lead the team in meeting goals. They should have a robust knowledge of sports in general, but NBA, NFL, and the Complex angle especially. Requirements include 2+ years of team management experience, 4+ years of writing and reporting experience, social media proficiency, and a deep understanding of sports.

What You'll Do

• Guide editorial voice for Complex Sports, curating taste and tone of channel, ensuring both are well-represented across editorial and social.
• Manage freelance assignments according to vertical budget and goals. Edit features across Complex Sports vertical, ranging from daily features to premium and evergreen content.
• Craft timely pitches and editorial content related to the Sports world, exploring angles that will resonate with the Complex audience.
• Communicate with the Head of Sports to develop stories and strategize coverage around major moments and events.
• Conceptualize strategies to best distribute content via our networks, from social media to video properties.
• Establish priority subjects and categories for coverage by working closely with the Head of Sports and Director of Content Strategy.
• Work closely with the Social Editor, Sports to execute vertical-specific tactics, strategic pivots, and provide added direction when needed.
• Communicate with other departments to develop stories, strategize coverage, and spearhead new ways to attract loyal readers.
• Ideate around creation of social-first ideas and tactics in partnership with video, production, and promo team for all content that lives across Sports socials.
• Help guide junior staff to further their growth as skilled editors, reporters, and brand ambassadors for Complex.

Who You Are

• 2-3+ years of experience managing a team and 4+ years of writing and reporting experience at a publisher or website.
• Social media experience strongly preferred.
• A deep knowledge of Sports and athletes relevant to Complex.
• Always-on approach to work and the ability to lead and inspire a team to keep pace with the internet.
• Interested in the culture around sports as much as the sport itself.
• Possess a deep understanding of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat).
• Demonstrable commitment to accuracy; fact checking or copy editing background a plus.
• Must be comfortable working with a broad range of cross-functional staff—junior to senior, editorial, analytics, design, etc.
• Must be willing to work nights and occasional weekends/holidays for coverage.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills—ability to perform in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, and think quickly and strategically to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of analytics and social media trends across platforms.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

Compensation

$28 - $30 an hour

The Pay Range, which consists of rate of pay per hour, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

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