Topics / Trending Writer / Editor

Job Description

Freelance Topics/Trending Writer/Editor
FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation's wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL's America's Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Freelance Editor/Writer to join our editorial team. You will need to love breaking news and trending topics, possess strong sports knowledge, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Freelance Editor/Writer needs to be versatile, and able to assign, write, and edit several stories cleanly and efficiently on a daily basis. Additionally, you will need to have strong news judgment while also understanding the sports, teams, and stars that matter most to the FOX Sports audience.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Covering breaking news events, writing quickly and accurately on a tight deadline
• Writing and editing live blogs across multiple sports, including the NFL, college football, MLB, and soccer
• Writing stories around FOX and FS1 shows, podcasts, and other digital shows
• Identifying, pitching, and writing stories around trending topics, both quick-turn and long-form
• Running the news desk and editing stories
• Collaborating closely with fellow editors and writers, as well as members of social, programming, video, podcast, and FS1 teams

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 3+ years of experience covering sports in a newsroom environment
• Passion about and knowledge of sports across verticals
• Strong interest and knowledge of FOX Sports properties, shows, and on-air talent
• Proficiency of AP style, and a clear and crisp writing style
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly under the pressure of a deadline-driven environment
• Capability to be flexible and work some nights, weekends and holidays as needed

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study, or equivalent experience

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $22.36-31.25 per hour. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g64j38-3-15-137-135-42 in your application.