Associate Editor

Where Sport Passion Meets Editorial Excellence: Join Us

Do you live and breathe the sports, with an eye for the finer details? Here's your opportunity to join our team and cover the action of America's favorite game like never before

Since 2014, EssentiallySports has been on a mission to redefine how fans engage with sports content. Today, we're the fastest-growing sports media company in America. From mainstream to niche sports, EssentiallySports is the ultimate destination for sports fandoms worldwide. With over 50M+ monthly pageviews, we are committed to telling the best stories the world of sports has to offer.

Why You Should Join Us:

If you're a talented editor with a passion for sports and storytelling, we want to hear from you. Here's what makes you the perfect fit:

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Media/ Journalism, or similar discipline.
• Have 6-12 months of experience in sports content editing, proofreading, or any other similar role.
• Possess a strong command of the English language and an understanding of American culture.
• Bring energy and creativity to our articles, ensuring each piece resonates with readers and leaves a lasting impression.
• Can analyze article performance metrics and use insights to consistently elevate the quality of content.
• A basic understanding of SEO, including crafting engaging headings and subheadings.
• Leadership skills to inspire, guide, and mentor a team of talented writers.
• A passion for the sports, with an eagerness to cover breaking news, live events, and in-depth analyses.

As a Sports Content Editor at EssentiallySports:

• You'll be editing and publishing 20-25 articles each day, always keeping the high quality of EssentiallySports at the forefront.
• Every article you touch will be fact-checked, well-researched, and ready to deliver value to our readers.
• Your deep understanding of our audience will help you fine-tune content, enhancing its impact and relevance even after it's been published.
• You'll work closely with a skilled team of writers, editors, and content managers in our fast-paced newsroom, alongside the content quality (CQ) team, to constantly refine and elevate the content we publish.
• As a mentor, you'll inspire and empower writers, helping them grow and evolve as contributors to the team.
• Timeliness is key—by staying on top of breaking news, you'll ensure our readers are always up-to-date as events unfold.
• This role will see you working six days a week, aligning with a schedule that meets the needs of our US audience.

What's in It for You?

• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the world with our fully remote setup.
• Competitive salary based on your experience and the quality of your assessment.
• Endless growth opportunities within a fast-paced, rapidly expanding sports media company.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of passionate sports industry professionals.
• A platform to showcase your work to millions of sports fans daily, building a portfolio that stands out.
• Opportunities to elevate your personal brand and grow your social media presence, backed by our distinctive journalistic approach.

Join our team to cover the action across a variety of sports, including UFC, NBA, NFL, MLB, and more

Share us your resume and samples on hiring@essentiallysports.com