Associate Editor, For The Win

United States • Virtual Req #27054

Tuesday, March 7, 2023

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Associate Editor, For The Win

For The Win , part of the USA TODAY NETWORK , is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Associate Editor.

The ideal candidate should have two to three years of experience writing for a digital outlet, preferably in the sports and/or pop culture space.

They should feel comfortable at the intersection of sports and internet with a deep understanding of SEO, social media and how to execute FTW’s voice across all platforms.

This role is a mix of daily blogging, workshopping story ideas, headlines and content with writers, assisting the staff with search and social optimization and reading/editing posts as needed. While scheduling is flexible, night and weekend shifts will be required. This role will report to FTW’s Assistant Managing Editor.

Remote candidates are welcome.

Responsibilities:

• Help oversee day-to-day content production with other FTW editors.
• Collaborate with FTW editors on content planning and serving the brand’s editorial mission.
• Assist the Senior Editor in developing a FTW-specific style guide and implementing those standards across all our platforms.
• Be willing to serve as lead editor for at least three weeknight shifts and one weekend shift.
• Assist with other editorial responsibilities as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years’ experience writing for a media outlet with proven SEO, social and digital expertise.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to accommodate our publishing schedule and event coverage as needed.
• Passion for sports and sports culture.
• Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer background check.

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume – one to two pages.

2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.

3. Links to 5-7 work samples. Show us what you’ve written, produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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The annualized base salary for this role will range between $36,281 and $87,328. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.

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