Senior Editor, News

The Sporting News is hiring a Senior Editor to help coordinate our North America multisport news coverage, with a focus on live and tentpole content buckets. 

This role serves as the lead assignment editor responsible for shaping ideation around breaking news and trending topics within SN’s SEO-driven mission to explain the sports world. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of search engine user trends, impeccable news judgment, and a sharp instinct for developing explainers and news analysis to answer questions fans want to know beyond the box score.

The Senior Editor also plays a leading role in ensuring the overall quality of our website — looking for ways to strengthen stories, improve copy and build the best user experience across our platforms. Homepage programming and content distribution (push notifications) are among the day-to-day responsibilities.

Candidates must be willing to work during live game windows, including nighttime hours, depending on needed coverage.

This role reports into the Deputy Editor, News and Operations, and is located in Charlotte, N.C. or can be remote. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, assign and program articles for a multisport audience
• Edit written content for accuracy, style and grammar, as well as working with the team on effective headline writing and idea development
• Comprehensive SEO planning, editing and writing, including keyword research for tentpole events
• Coach SEO best practices with content producers and editors with a focus on on-page experience, including linking guidelines
• Analyze search trends and keyword data to inform coverage decisions
• Line manage a staff of early-career content producers
• Help develop ways to enhance user experience beyond text with embedded graphics, stats and other multimedia
• General site management across U.S. and Canada editions, including push notifications and homepage programming

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-plus years of editing experience in digital sports media
• Experience managing people is preferred
• Expertise in most major North American sports (especially NFL and NBA), and a willingness to learn others outside your comfort zone 
• Mastery of writing clean, concise copy that explains to readers what is happening and why 
• Sharp and creative news judgment instincts to discern interesting content from noise
• Adept at writing engaging headlines that stand out — and how to make a boring one better 
• Strong editing skills to improve a story, and the coaching skills to explain why those changes were made
• Comfortable working under pressure and communicating remotely in a fast-paced news environment 
• An eye for smart data, graphics and other visual ideas to enhance storytelling
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays as necessary

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE COMPANY

Sporting News is more than a media brand—we are a global team of passionate sports fans delivering trusted content to audiences around the world. Founded in 1886, we have a 140-year legacy of sports journalism excellence, evolving from a print publication into a cutting-edge digital media company that serves millions of fans across multiple platforms and languages.

At our core, we believe in expert storytelling, ensuring that every piece of content we produce meets the high expectations of modern sports enthusiasts. 

Our Employee Value Proposition is built on five key pillars:

• Expect Curiosity – We embrace change, constantly exploring new ways to engage fans and stay ahead in the evolving sports media landscape.
• Operate with Integrity – Trust is the foundation of Sporting News, and we uphold that tradition by delivering fact-based, insightful coverage.
• Answer with Expertise – With a deep understanding of sports and its impact, our team delivers content that is knowledgeable, analytical, and forward-thinking.
• Deliver Consistently – Whether breaking news, in-depth analysis, or immersive storytelling, we strive to provide high-quality content that resonates with fans.
• Trust One Another – Our global team collaborates across borders, fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.

At Sporting News, we celebrate the diversity of our team and leadership. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of race, gender, background, or identity—can contribute, grow, and succeed.

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE BRAND

Sporting News is one of the most storied and recognizable sports media brands in the world. Founded in 1886 as a U.S. weekly newspaper, it became a pioneering force in sports journalism—earning titles like "The Nation's Oldest & Finest Sports Paper" and "The Bible of Baseball."

Today, Sporting News is a digital-first, globally connected media powerhouse with localized editions in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, U.K., Spain, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Japan— with more regions on the horizon.

1. Timeless & Crafted. No other publisher carries the heritage of Sporting News. Our legacy of expert sports journalism has stood the test of time, from baseball’s golden age to today’s global sports landscape.
2. Imaginative & Scalable. Sporting News now covers all major sports worldwide, leveraging a network of local experts who understand regional nuances while delivering global impact.
3. Reliable & Relatable. With a rich history and deep audience trust, Sporting News is the go-to platform for rights holders, gaming partners, advertisers, broadcasters— and most importantly, sports fans.

As we approach our 140-year milestone, Sporting News remains committed to evolving with the ever-changing sports media landscape while staying true to the values that have defined us for generations.

Acquired by an international investment group in 2021 with deep sports, media and gaming experience, TSN is poised to become the first truly global digital sports media platform business.