The USA TODAY NETWORK is seeking NFL Trending Writers to contribute to a fast-paced, highly productive team within the nation's largest newspaper organization. The ideal candidates will be self-starters who can quickly respond to news and developments across the NFL and are raring to grow digital readership across USA TODAY Network.
This hourly position requires a proven ability to write with precision, information and, when appropriate, flair. It also demands a strong understanding of SEO best practices, optimization skills and a knack for identifying the latest developments in NFL popular culture. The ability to write clean copy, generate ideas and be a collaborative team member is a must.
Night and weekend work will be required. This is a remote job, which means staying on task is an integral aspect of the role. Remote candidates in all states except Alaska & Hawaii are welcome to apply.
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Responsibilities:
- Create smart, thoughtful, engaging, content in a variety of formats to rapidly grow audience.
- Work closely with direct editor and site editors to avoid duplication and ensure streamlining needs.
- Master best practices for maximum reach on search / social and commit to getting content to top of Google carousels.
- Stay on front lines of what's buzzing in the NFL to disseminate quick responses on trending topics.
- Track performance and be comfortable in an environment of constant adjustment to reach performance goals.
- Display creativity in everything from developing fresh content to writing SEO-friendly headlines to sharing content socially to having an eye for images and video.
- Own the opportunity to execute strategy, make massive audience gains and work in a fast-moving journalism environment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1-3 years' experience as a sports journalist, with focus on fast-paced digital content creation and multimedia platforms.
- Understanding of various news and information content management systems.
- A history of collaboration, innovation and goal achievement.
- Proven history of maximizing SEO opportunity by anticipating news and researching trends
- Strong social media skills.
- Ability to write with accuracy and precision.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Approachability, personal charisma and a commitment to staff.
- Understanding of the changing sports media landscape and ability to adapt strategies that address continually changing market and consumer needs and desires.
- Strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
Application Instructions
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
- Your resume - one to two pages.
- A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
- Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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The hourly rate for this role will range between $16.44 and $38.70. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.