Full-Time

News Editor

Basketball

Posted on 8/22/2024

theScore

theScore

501-1,000 employees

Mobile app for sports coverage and betting

Fintech
Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Junior, Mid

Toronto, ON, Canada

This is a hybrid position.

Category
Feature Writing
Journalism
News Reporting
Required Skills
Journalism
Requirements
  • Extensive knowledge of basketball, including: history, economics, teams, players, stats, etc.
  • Ability to write news, headlines, and feature content on deadline with a high degree of accuracy.
  • A degree in journalism is preferred.
  • Experience in sports media, digital focus is preferred.
  • Experience with a variety of social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.).
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • Willingness to take on other projects as they come up.
  • Flexibility with regards to scheduling including working nights and weekends.
  • Understanding of advanced statistics/analysis/play schemes is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor breaking news and trending content, using news judgement and consulting with Supervising Editors to identify the most pertinent items.
  • Write informative and engaging news articles and headlines/captions which accurately summarize storylines as they unfold.
  • Produce push alerts that communicate vital breaking news, video, and feature points.
  • Live in-office coverage of games and key events throughout the sports calendar.
  • Curate news feeds with a mix of news articles from a variety of sources along with video, photos, and social media content.
  • Pitch and execute feature content related to sports events and news items. E.g., Winners and losers from NBA free agency; Every NBA team’s biggest question mark entering training camp; 10 most overpaid NBA players.
  • Assist with coverage of other sports as needed.
  • Other duties as required.

theScore provides extensive sports coverage and mobile sports betting services, primarily in the United States. Its main product is a mobile app that offers real-time scores, news, and updates across various sports, along with integrated betting options through theScore Bet. This app allows users to stay informed about their favorite sports while also placing bets directly within the platform. What sets theScore apart from its competitors is its combination of sports media and gaming, creating an engaging experience for both casual fans and serious bettors. The company's goal is to enhance the sports experience for users by providing timely information and seamless betting opportunities.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$268.1M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in sports betting among Gen Z and Millennials.
  • Integration of AI enhances user engagement and retention.
  • Micro-betting popularity could attract more users to theScore.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from apps like DraftKings and FanDuel.
  • Regulatory challenges in U.S. sports betting market.
  • Economic downturns could affect advertising revenue and betting transactions.

What makes theScore unique

  • theScore combines sports media and betting for a unique user experience.
  • The app offers real-time scores, news, and integrated betting options.
  • theScore partners with major sports leagues for exclusive content and betting rights.

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Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Parental Leave

INACTIVE