Sports Copy Writer/Editor

This is a Freelance Job

FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Freelance Topics/Trending Writer/Editor to join our editorial team. You love breaking news and trending topics, possess strong sports knowledge, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You are versatile, able to assign, write and edit several stories cleanly and efficiently on a daily basis. You 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
• Strong interest in and knowledge of sports across verticals
• Strong interest and knowledge of FOX Sports properties, shows and on-air talent
• Strong knowledge of AP style, and a clear and crisp writing style
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly under the pressure of a deadline-driven environment
• Ability 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 preferred, or equivalent experience

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $28.00-34.13 per hour. We provide 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.