ESPN - Senior Editor NFL

Video Editor is needed in Bristol, United States.

Client: ESPN

Location: Bristol, CT

Contract: undefined

Job Description

The Senior Editor, NFL position is a managerial-level leadership role within ESPN’s Investigative, Enterprise and Digital Journalism organization. This position involves working closely with reporters, fellow editors, and analysts to create engaging content across all platforms. Responsibilities include managing personnel and processes, tactical planning for NFL coverage, and collaborating with cross-platform entities such as television, radio, podcasts, social media, and other distribution channels. The ideal candidate will possess substantial journalism and story-management experience, along with strong coaching, communication, and collaboration skills. This role is based in Los Angeles, CA or Bristol, CT and may require work on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct a staff of reporters and editors in a highly competitive, rapidly changing environment.
• Work with other editors to create differentiating storytelling and event coverage.
• Develop comprehensive coverage including video, audio, text, and interactivity, collaborating with all relevant ESPN properties.
• Recruit, hire, and develop talented employees who are innovative storytellers contributing to ESPN’s platforms.
• Coordinate staffing assignments, editorial resources, and processes.
• Collaborate with design, product, and technology managers on presentation and site enhancements.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in the latest trends, technology, and best practices in editing and content consumption.
• Ensure all content meets established tone, theme, accuracy, style, and consistency requirements.
• Identify opportunities for strategic growth in both revenue and traffic metrics.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in editorial and content creation, including at least three years in people management.
• Understanding and appreciation of news, story play, and trending topics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and news judgment.
• Basic knowledge of all major sports, with specific knowledge of NFL.
• Appreciation of popular culture and an understanding of the tastes of ESPN’s audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in event environments, including basic knowledge of logistics and requirements for reporters.
• Deeper knowledge of the NFL industry, league, and players.
• Experience in covering or overseeing non-sports coverage subject matters.

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $93,200 to $151,300 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.