Title: Staff Writer, Daily
Reporting to: Rick Ellington, Director / Editions
Location: Charlotte / hybrid work schedule / some nights and weekends
Department: Editorial
Sports Business Journal is a globally recognized brand that is the go-to news and network source for thousands of sports business professionals producing breaking content daily, hosting over 20 events a year, and offering insight and analysis to thousands of subscribers.
Job Description
The Staff Writer’s primary responsibilities will be assembling and proofing aggregated content for Sports Business Journal’s daily digital editions. The Staff Writer will search for news, identify key sports business angles / trends, write stories and build content in our CMS. The Staff Writer also will work on original features.
The Staff Writer will be tasked with communicating with teams, leagues and other organizations to coordinate stories for SBJ and also to work with an internal team of writers and editors to produce the most timely content.
Required Skills
- Self-starter with strong organization, communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work well in a high-pressure, fast-paced team environment and be comfortable in a newsroom setting.
- Ability to be flexible in job responsibilities.
- Ability to accept and apply constructive criticism.
- Must have knowledge and interest in sports, the business of sports, pop culture and current events.
- Highly motivated worker who will be on time and ready to work.
Job Responsibilities
- Write aggregated copy in a clear, concise manner on deadline and turn complicated subjects and issues into readable stories.
- Write eye-catching headlines and photo captions.
- Copy edit stories in accordance with AP / SBJ style.
- Be part of editorial committee on special projects for SBJ.
- Consistently pitch original story ideas.
- Assist in putting out all SBJ daily editions (Buzz, Daily, Bell).
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with top sports business executives and current/former athletes in person, online or on the phone.
- As needed, attend SBJ conferences or other events and represent the company in a respectable manner.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- General office environment. Extensive computer use required. Ability to work flexible work schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
Leaders Group Holdings LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable city, state, or federal law.
