Manager, Content Distribution

Overview Of The Company

Fox Sports

FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’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’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

Job Description

FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Manager of Content Distribution to join the editorial team and help redefine the app and website experience. You will help the Senior Manager of Content Distribution oversee all O&O content distribution for the biggest events and moments in sports with an emphasis on FOX, FS1, and league partners. The Manager of Content Distribution will have a focus on creating the best experience possible for sports fans as they come to both the FOX Sports App and FOXSports.com. Additional responsibilities include being data-driven in all content decisions, having an emphasis on internal reporting and metrics keeping, to maximize opportunities across all priorities.

a Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities

• Program content on the FOX Sports app and website uses relevant data and priority considerations
• Grow audience and increase time spent on the FOX Sports app and website by working with editorial leads to identify premium content and apply a hyperfocus to its distribution with the fan in mind
• Create distribution plans with long-lead timing for the biggest events on the calendar for FOX Sports
• Help guide tentpole event coverage and wide-scale planning in coordination for FOX Sports' "Biggest Bets," including the 2026 Men’s World Cup, NFC Championship and Super Bowl, Indy 500, Ohio State-Michigan, the World Series, and more
• Make content recommendations based on insights and data in collaboration with editorial decision-makers
• Write and edit live blogs across multiple sports, including the NFL, college football, MLB, and soccer
• Write stories around FOX and FS1 shows, podcasts, and other digital shows
• Collaborate with fellow editors and writers, as well as members of social, programming, video, podcast, and FS1 teams
• Work side-by-side with leaders of the Product team to enhance the user experience and increase the time fans spend on our O&O products
• Build bridges with our social team, screening team, design team, production team, and more to ensure that we are maximizing the audience for our content
• Help lead push alert strategy and analyze data to evaluate strategic decision-making
  
  

What You Will Need

• 5 years of experience in audience engagement, editing, social, newsletters, and/or relevant experience in a newsroom environment
• Experience managing a team of direct reports and interns
• Strong interest in and knowledge of sports across verticals
• Strong interest and knowledge of FOX Sports properties, shows, and on-air talent
• Ability to work quickly under the pressure of a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to be flexible and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  
  

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
  
  

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 $92,000.00-113,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.