The Athletic · 1 day ago

Senior Editor (Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

4+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Manage a staff of reporters with an emphasis on generating news and distinct team analysis; generate and plan story ideas

Establish process and priorities to balance content assignments ranging from short-form, breaking news and live to daily coverage to long-form projects

Assist with the big picture, conceptual vision for the vertical, including long-term direction; generating and planning story ideas; expansion opportunities

Work to bring a distinctive, compelling, and authentic voice to all digital media products

Maintain an understanding and proficiency of subscription and engagement metrics

Maintain proficiency and knowledge of SEO (best practices available)

Contribute to oversight of staffing assignments, editorial resources and process

Maintain an updated and accurate forward-looking editorial budget and be committed to Smartsheets

Collaborate with staff on story ideas, and with design and photo teams on best execution for stories with a clear visual element

Edit and publish stories via WordPress

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