What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Editor position at Profiles?
A leader in the media industry is hiring a Sports Editor in Los Angeles, CA for a full-time, onsite position to oversee all sports coverage.
Sports Editor Perks:
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and savings benefits.
• Supportive paid time off and well-being programs.
• Opportunity to lead high visibility sports coverage in a major market.
• Collaborative newsroom environment with cross functional teams.
• Competitive salary range from $150K-175K.
Sports Editor Requirements:
• 7-10 years of sports journalism experience with proven editorial leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Los Angeles and national sports landscapes.
• Experience managing reporters and editors with a focus on coaching and development.
• Advanced writing, editing, and headline abilities with strong news judgement.
• Proficiency with CMS tools, social platforms, and digital newsroom workflows.
Sports Editor Responsibilities:
• Oversee and direct all sports coverage across major teams and college sports.
• Lead and mentor reporters, columnists, and editors with daily feedback and direction.
• Shape coverage strategies using audience insights and analytics.
• Collaborate with design, photo, video, and audience teams to package content.
• Manage daily workflow including assignments, priorities, and deadlines.
About Profiles:
An award-winning creative and marketing workforce solutions provider. Profiles places the highest caliber candidates in Fortune 500 companies and leading brands, nationwide. Our specialized recruiters represent an elite group of skilled professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, and embedded teams. Profiles is headquartered in Baltimore, MD with a remote staff of entrepreneurial individuals across the nation.
New job opportunities are listed daily – www.careerprofiles.com
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000
