Sports News Desk Writer

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 8-hour shifts, including weekends (Saturdays and Sundays required; typical days off are Thursday and Friday). Company operates on U.S. Central Time Zone.

Overview

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented News Desk Writer to join a fast-paced digital sports media newsroom. The role is ideal for an ambitious writer who thrives under deadline pressure and is passionate about delivering timely, accurate, and engaging sports coverage. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a leading digital platform covering U.S. college and high school sports, with a focus on breaking news, recruiting, NIL developments, and transfer portal updates.

As part of a collaborative editorial team, you’ll be responsible for producing multiple high-quality stories each shift while keeping pace with the dynamic and ever-changing sports landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Write 5–8 articles per 8-hour shift, as assigned and approved by editors.
Monitor breaking news, press releases, wire services, and social media to identify timely coverage opportunities.
Craft compelling headlines and story angles that capture reader interest while maintaining editorial accuracy.
Produce clean, well-structured, and factually accurate copy on tight deadlines.
Adhere to editorial direction, brand voice, and AP-style guidelines to ensure consistent quality across all content.
Fact-check thoroughly and ensure proper sourcing and attribution in all reporting.
Collaborate with editors and fellow writers to prioritize coverage and maximize newsroom output.
Stay adaptable and responsive to shifting editorial priorities in a high-volume, real-time newsroom environment.
Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting story ideas and offering feedback on editorial processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

Writing Skills: Strong command of English with exceptional grammar, spelling, and clarity.
Experience: Previous experience in journalism, digital media, or sports writing is highly preferred.
Knowledge: Familiarity with U.S. sports culture, particularly college football, basketball, recruiting, and NIL/transfer portal topics, is a strong plus.
Deadlines: Proven ability to produce high-quality work quickly and consistently under deadline pressure.
Digital Tools: Comfortable using collaboration and publishing platforms such as Slack, Imagn, Google Docs, and CMS systems.
Remote Work: Reliable internet connection and professional home-office setup for uninterrupted workflow.
Schedule Flexibility: Must be able to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) with weekday shifts adjusted accordingly.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation for offshore full-time writers.
A remote-first, collaborative newsroom environment with opportunities for growth.
Exposure to a leading U.S. sports media platform with a large and engaged audience.
Hands-on editorial guidance, training, and support to help you succeed in a high-output newsroom.
The chance to build a portfolio of widely read sports coverage and establish credibility in digital sports media.

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