Full-Time

Designer – Editorial

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The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic Media Company

501-1,000 employees

Digital sports news and analysis platform

Compensation Overview

$70k - $80kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Candidates must be based in the United States.

Category
Graphic & Motion Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After Effects
Figma
Requirements
  • 1–4 years of design experience in a newsroom or a related industry.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, etc) and Figma.
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple work streams effectively.
  • A background in journalism is a valuable plus.
  • Data visualization expertise is a bonus.
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the newsroom to enhance articles, social media, newsletters and audio experiences with custom artwork and templates.
  • On a daily-basis you might: Use photos, type and vector elements to create bespoke hero images for stories and social posts.
  • On a monthly-basis you might: Maintain and audit a comprehensive library of editorial and social templates, leveraging both design and motion graphics skills.
  • On a project-basis you might: Commission freelance illustrators to create original artwork for podcasts or create visual identities for our biggest moments of the year, like the Super Bowl or the Olympics.
Desired Qualifications
  • A background in journalism is a valuable plus.
  • Data visualization expertise is a bonus.
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 content is created by top-tier writers who deliver in-depth coverage, breaking news, and insightful analysis of 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 the company invest in high-quality journalism. Unlike many competitors that rely heavily on advertising, The Athletic focuses on quality content and a direct revenue stream from its subscribers. The goal of The Athletic is to serve dedicated sports fans who seek comprehensive and insightful coverage of their favorite teams and leagues.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$135.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market potential.
  • Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.
  • New podcast series diversify content offerings, engaging broader audiences.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from free sports content providers threatens The Athletic's subscription model.
  • Reliance on high-profile journalists poses risks if negotiations fail.
  • Social media platforms offering free updates challenge The Athletic's premium content focus.

What makes The Athletic Media Company unique

  • The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.
  • It operates on a subscription 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

Company News

Yahoo Sports
Oct 12th, 2023
Morocco reportedly hire ex-Spain head coach Jorge Vilda 5 weeks after scandal ouster

Jorge Vilda, the former head coach of the Spain women's national team that won the 2023 Women's World Cup nearly two months ago, has been hired as the head coach of the Morocco women's national team, The Athletic reported Thursday.

Awful Announcing
Oct 11th, 2023
The Athletic reportedly 'came close' to hiring Fabrizio Romano earlier this year

Global soccer insider Fabrizio Romano reportedly nearly joined The Athletic's staff of sports news breakers this year.

The New York Times Company
Oct 11th, 2023
Terri Ann Glynn Joins The Athletic

Terri Ann Glynn joins The Athletic.

FC Barcelona
Sep 26th, 2023
The 'nightmare' of an Atlético legend involves the success of Joao Félix at Barça

For anybody is a secret that Joao Félix is leaving very good feelings in the FC Barcelona after his arrival from the Athletic of Madrid.

Google News
Aug 14th, 2023
Mile High Morning: Coaches, executives rank CB Pat Surtain II as fourth-best player under 25 years old

On Monday, The Athletic released a list of the top 25 players under 25 years old, along with a starting lineup of players under 25.