The Athletic · 6 hours ago

Senior Editor, News (Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

4+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Manage a staff of reporters with an emphasis on the delivery of news, trending stories and distinct team analysis; generate, plan and assign story ideas

Rigorously edit and publish news stories with accuracy and speed

Coordinate with writers in the field who are contributing to news coverage

Collaborate with sport editors to plan ahead for tentpole events from a news and trending perspective

Collaborate with design and photo teams on best execution for stories with a clear visual element

Have a strong understanding of search optimization and how to identify coverage opportunities

Use real-time metrics to assess performance and adjust appropriately

Establish best practices 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 coverage

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

Assist in maintaining an updated and accurate forward-looking editorial budget

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