Full-Time

Staff Writer

Creative Development, Remote

Posted on 8/14/2024

The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic Media Company

501-1,000 employees

Digital sports news and analysis platform

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$70k - $90kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Remote for candidates located in the United States or Canada only.

Category
Content Strategy
Creative Writing
Content & Writing
Copywriting
Required Skills
Communications
Marketing
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 2+ years of editorial experience, ideally in sports environment.
  • Clean, skilled writing skills in long-, medium- and short-form formats.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • A hustle-first mentality — this business and industry move quickly.
  • Deep sports knowledge.
  • A passion and understanding of The Athletic, our talent and our content.
  • Thorough knowledge of the journalistic process.
  • Critical thinker who can provide productive input about content promotion, partnerships and product.
  • Operational experience an asset.
Responsibilities
  • Research, write and edit multiplatform content related to coverage of live sporting events.
  • Ensure we’re meeting content integration obligations related to partnerships.
  • Partner with Creative Development, Editorial, Sales and Marketing teams to execute new content experiences that drive subscriptions, engagement and revenue.
  • Collaborate with the newsroom and the rest of the business with a particular focus on long-term partnerships in the media/entertainment world.
  • Collaborate with our business development and sales teams on key revenue-driving initiatives that require editorial contributions.
  • Assist in communication between key editorial and HQ stakeholders to ensure alignment and coordination on key initiatives.
  • Liaise with the Analytics teams to help with planning and implementation of content strategy and to monitor success metrics.
  • Partner with newsroom leaders and commercial teams to own IP across various platforms and content types.
  • Communicate results to internal stakeholders.
The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic Media Company

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The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. Its product features in-depth coverage from experienced writers, offering breaking news and insightful analysis on major leagues like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international sports such as Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription-based model, allowing users to access premium content that is not available for free, which helps fund high-quality journalism. Unlike many competitors that rely heavily on advertising, The Athletic focuses on delivering quality content directly to its subscribers. The company's goal is to serve dedicated sports fans who seek comprehensive and engaging coverage of their favorite teams and leagues.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$135.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in women's sports coverage boosts The Athletic's market potential.
  • Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team and subscriber appeal.
  • New podcast series cater to audiences preferring audio content over traditional articles.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from digital sports media outlets like ESPN and Bleacher Report.
  • Free sports content platforms may reduce the perceived value of The Athletic's subscription.
  • Maintaining subscriber growth is challenging in a saturated market with selective consumers.

What makes The Athletic Media Company unique

  • The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.
  • It operates on a subscription-based model, focusing on quality over quantity.
  • The company provides exclusive content not available for free elsewhere.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Short & Long Term Disability

Free Subscription

Competitive Health Care

HSA & FSA

Commuter Benefits

INACTIVE