Staff Writer

Summary

Join Playon's Editorial team as a Staff Writer and contribute to America’s source for high school sports. You will research, pitch, and write engaging stories, transforming data and research into content for multiple platforms. The ideal candidate possesses sports media experience, a strong understanding of the high school sports landscape, and SEO knowledge. You will create compelling narratives, cover breaking news, and collaborate with various teams. Success in this role requires strong writing skills, adaptability, and the ability to meet deadlines. Playon offers a dynamic work environment and various benefits.

Requirements

• 2+ years of sports media/journalism experience with an emphasis on high school sports
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates your ability to write AP Style, create compelling stories and stand out in a crowded sports media landscape
• An ability to think big-picture and balance creativity with business objectives. Strong understanding of branding and audience behavior
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, content-management systems (CMS)
• To find motivation and inspiration in fast-moving, fluid environments
• Bachelor's degree, Master’s Degree-level preferred

Responsibilities

• Increase in new paying subscribers through compelling storytelling
• Generate stories and content to help department reach annual audience goals
• Work collaboratively with social media and video teams to aid in positioning content across multiple platforms
• Foster positive brand affinity among our audience
• Create. Writing articles and contributing to video pieces
• Anticipate and React. Cover breaking news with speed, accuracy and context
• Ideate. Pitch and develop story ideas that resonate with high school sports fans
• Be the Face of the Brand. Conduct research and interviews with athletes and coaches
• Collaborate. Work with editors and other team members to amplify content
• Deliver. Meet daily and weekly deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of fan culture and passion for the sports industry is a plus

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plans to choose from
• Dental, vision life and disability insurance
• Employee Emergency Fund
• Company equity (stock options)
• Open PTO policy
• 401K plan with company match
• Hybrid/flexible work environment