Copy Editor

Summary

Join PENN Entertainment's digital team as a Copy Editor and contribute to the creation of engaging sports content for our in-house platforms. You will edit and publish posts across various sports leagues, ensuring articles and features are clean, clear, and engaging for our user base. The ideal candidate possesses extensive sports knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a fun work environment. This role requires flexibility with scheduling, including nights and weekends. Previous experience in sports media and a journalism degree are preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Extensive sports knowledge, particularly regarding to the four major professional sports leagues, as well as NCAA football and basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, and MMA
• Flexibility with regards to scheduling and an ability to work nights and weekends
• Great attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with social media
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to take on other projects as they come up

Responsibilities

• Edit and publish posts produced by Penn Interactive's team of news editors across a variety of sports leagues, including NBA, NHL, MLB, NFL, NCAA football and basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, and MMA
• Edit captions for video and third-party content to comply with house style
• Provide editorial guidance and constructive feedback to news editors
• Adhere to Penn Interactive’s editorial guidelines and policies
• Other duties as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in sports media preferred but not required
• Journalism degree preferred

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive Benefits package
• Fun, relaxed work environment
• Education and conference reimbursements