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Sports Content Creator

Sports Content Creator

CompanyComplex
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$75000 – $85000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelJunior, Mid Level

Requirements

  • 2+ years of demonstrated content creation experience
  • A deep knowledge of the sports and sports culture relevant to Complex
  • Possess a deep understanding of all social media and streaming platforms (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Twitch, Kick, Snapchat)
  • Willingness to appear on camera in social media content
  • Demonstrable commitment to accuracy; fact-checking or copy editing background is a plus
  • Must be comfortable working with a broad range of cross-functional staff—junior to senior, editorial, analytics, design, etc.
  • Must be willing to work nights and occasional weekends/holidays for coverage
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills—ability to perform in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and think quickly and strategically to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong understanding of analytics and social media trends across platforms
  • Experience with Capcut or Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Adobe Premiere) is a must

Responsibilities

  • Storyboard, film, produce, and edit engaging and high-quality video content to live across various social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Manage and organize content workflows and schedules
  • Craft timely pitches and contribute as needed to comprehensive editorial coverage of sports media personalities, viral moments, athletes, events, memes, and the greater landscape of Sports culture
  • Communicate with the Head of Sports to develop stories and strategize coverage around major moments and events
  • Work with Head of Sports and Social Editor, Sports to conceptualize strategies to best distribute content via our networks
  • Communicate with other departments to develop stories, strategize coverage, and spearhead new ways to attract loyal readers
  • Ideate social-first ideas and tactics in partnership with social, video, and production teams for content that lives across socials

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of demonstrated writing and reporting experience at a publisher or website is a plus