General Editor
ESPN
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 5/20/2019 9:10:00 AM PST
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Job Summary:
The Domestic Digital Sports general editor works across sports and platforms to create and curate the most accurate, timely and engaging content for fans, primarily through our daily newsletter. Candidates must demonstrate a strong editing background, news judgement and the ability to work within a team. The position requires an understanding of a 24/7 news environment that includes desktop, mobile, social and personalized platforms. The ideal candidate will possess nimble, reactionary storytelling skills as well as the ability to manage long-range project planning and production. The ideal candidate will be able to thrive in a team environment and has a flexible work schedule. This job is based in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities:
• Work to bring a distinctive, compelling and authentic voice to all Digital & Print products, including The Daily newsletter.
• Write and edit stories that are consistent with ESPN's voice, editorial policy and standards of news judgement.
• Discover and create content that is optimized for Google and Apple news platforms.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to make content compelling and comprehensive.
• Write and edit stories for journalistic accuracy, audience relevance and tone, including real-time decision-making at various stages of content development.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest trends, technology and best practices for social media.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest trends and best practices for visual storytelling.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge for SEO.
• Ensure all content meets established tone, theme, accuracy, style and consistency requirements.
• Work with Sales to develop content with sponsorship potential.
• Identify opportunities for strategic growth in both revenue and traffic metrics.
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in editorial and content creation.
• Understanding and appreciation of news, story play and trending topics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and news judgment.
• Basic knowledge of all major sports.
• Appreciation of popular culture and contributes to an understanding of the tastes of ESPN's audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with newsletter curation and Google and Apple news platforms.
• Understanding of SEO and social media landscape.
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills.
• Appreciation for and understanding of internet pop culture.
• Highly skilled in interpreting and applying data to decision making.
Required Education
• High School Diploma
Preferred Education
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English or a related field.
About ESPN:
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ESPN Productions, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.
ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
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