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 OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
 
 
 Fox Sports FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation&rsquo;s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL&rsquo;s America&rsquo;s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.
 
 
 JOB DESCRIPTION
 
 
 
 
 FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Freelance Football Editor/Writer to join our team. You love breaking news and trending topics, possess strong knowledge of the NFL, College Football and Basketball, MLB and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You are versatile and able to assign, write and edit several stories cleanly and efficiently on a daily basis. You have strong news judgment while also understanding teams and stars that matter most to the FOX Sports audience during football season. And you are passionate about working with and developing young talent.
 
 
 
 a Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Cover breaking news events, writing quickly and accurately on a tight deadline surrounding the football schedule and calendar.
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 Write and edit live blogs for NFL, CFB and UFL
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 Write stories around FOX shows, podcasts and other digital shows
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 Identify, pitch and write stories around NFL trending topics, both quick-turn and long-form
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 Run the newsdesk, assigning and editing stories
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 Collaborate closely with fellow NFL and CFB editors and writers, as well as members of social, programming, video and podcasts.
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 Passionate about creating an experience for fans that engage and promote their desire to remain within FOX Sports&rsquo; O&amp;O products
 
 
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 What You Will Need
 
 
 
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 3+ years of experience covering sports in a newsroom environment
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 Strong interest in and knowledge of sports across verticals
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 Strong interest and knowledge of FOX Sports properties, shows and on-air talent
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 Strong knowledge of AP style, and a clear and crisp writing style
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 Ability to work quickly and cleanly under the pressure of a deadline-driven environment
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 Ability to be flexbile and work holidays as needed
 
 
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 NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in journalism or a related field of study or equivalent experience
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 Copyediting training experience
 
 
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 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
 
 
 
 Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $32.21-36.00 per hour.
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Freelance Writer/Editor - Newsdesk

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Freelance Writer/Editor - Newsdesk