Sports Editor

Advance Local is looking for a dynamic Sports Editor for our brand-new website launching in Texas this summer, who can cultivate a vibrant and diverse team that captures the fervor and enthusiasm of Texas pro and college sports fans.

Our focus is on amplifying the coverage of some of Texas' most celebrated teams and engaging with their fervent fanbases nationwide. Our emphasis will be on both pro and college football, including the University of Texas moving to the SEC in 2024. Our mission is to deliver insightful commentary, break news, and provide investigative reporting on Texas teams.

Operating exclusively in the digital space, we are seeking a leader to pioneer sports coverage on our new, statewide platform, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Sports Editor will coach reporters and develop a team that tells unique and interesting stories that make us stand out in ultra-competitive sports media landscape. The objective is to deliver breaking news, maintain a consistent buzz, and provide comprehensive analysis using digital strategies to build and engage audiences. Our aim is to create a vibrant, informed, and interactive digital space for every Texas sports fan.

Our new website will have a unique voice and the Sports Editor will bring new ideas and perspectives to deliver innovative and engaging sports coverage to readers.