Breaking/Trending News Writer

The SI Breaking/Trending team is expanding! We are seeking a talented writer for our digital operations focused on breaking, trending, and viral sports content that feeds passionate audiences with the latest news and insights. This writer will produce quick hit, snackable and shareable sports related content covering trending and socially viral topics. The SI Breaking/Trending team aims to provide news, rankings, lists and insights to rabid sports enthusiasts. We're looking for an ambitious candidate with sound journalistic instincts who feels comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should be able to write and edit quickly and cleanly. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is essential.

The position (Tier 2, Writer 2) is part of the collective bargaining unit represented by the New York NewsGuild. The anticipated annual salary for this position is $75,750.

Please note: due to the volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for consideration will be contacted.

What You’ll Do

Write and edit breaking/trending content based on the sports news cycle
Identify potential stories by closely monitoring breaking news and trending topics via social media, Google and other tools
Provides compelling story ideas and concepts that attract audiences
Provides interesting insights and analysis that are engaging, impactful and shareable
Assists in creating rankings, lists, comparisons that stimulate passionate sports audiences
Have a high motor to produce quality story volume written with passion and creativity
Understand digital audiences, how traffic moves across search and social, and how to capture those audiences
Publishes content and edits work for content when needed
May assign stories to SI writers and contributors infrequently.

What You’ll Bring

BA/BS degree in journalism, English or related field
Demonstrated experience (3+ years required) in online journalism at a recognized news organization
Possesses an understanding of the online media landscape
Strong editorial and communication skills
Comfortable with a fast-paced virtual newsroom

Snapshot of Benefits

Medical, Dental and, Vision Coverage
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with a percentage match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter Benefits
Reimbursement for business cell phone use per company policy
Employee Stock Option Plan (Publicly Traded Company - AREN)
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
12 Paid Holidays, including Juneteenth and New Year’s Eve