Content Creator, Sports

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Curate and oversee the USA TODAY Sports homepage.

• Develop app alerts that highlight timely, relevant, and high-performing content.

• Produce captivating social media content, including videos, that resonate with USA TODAY's brand voice.

• Curate and/or compose USA TODAY Sports newsletters.

• Collaborate with reporters, editors, and audience development teams to enhance coverage and pinpoint promotional opportunities.

• Implement the user-generated content strategy and package content for both on-site and off-platform usage.

• Manage influencer outreach and partnerships as necessary.

• Assist in optimizing on-site content for better discoverability.

• Experiment with new platforms and tools to promote audience growth.

• Provide support for live coverage during breaking news and significant events.

• Be prepared to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during unforeseen news situations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3+ years of experience, ideally within a digitally-oriented news organization.

• Journalism experience or education is essential.

• Sports-specific experience is required.

• Proven experience in creating content that is optimized for social media, newsletters, or search engines.

• Familiarity with SEO, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok is necessary.

• Strong commitment to detail, accuracy, and fairness.

• In-depth understanding of journalistic ethics and best practices.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and perform well under tight deadlines.

• Proficient in using analytics tools such as Parse.ly, Google Analytics, Google Trends, and insights from social media and newsletters.

• Expertise in creating content for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.

• Experience with video editing tools, both in-app and external platforms like Canva and Premiere.

• Familiarity with third-party distribution tools such as Hootsuite, True Anthem, and Echobox is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Understanding of news products, journalism, and familiarity with media analytics and ethics.

• A resume, cover letter, and at least three samples of content creation are required; at least one video sample is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.