Senior Producer / Editor (Remote) at The Athletic Media Company

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Sports MediaIndustries

Requirements

2+ years of experience in video production, preferably in sports
Deep well of knowledge of the NFL media landscape, including tactics, memes, and personalities
Must have experience editing in Adobe Premiere
Familiarity with Adobe After Effects preferred
Basic proficiency in color correction, audio mixing preferred
Some experience shooting with DSLRs and basic lighting
Experience fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation
A track record of setting and exceeding both individual and team goals
Currently residing in the United States or Canada (remote position)

Responsibilities

Pre-production collaboration with The Athletic’s newsroom
Contribute to new content ideation/creation
Produce and edit weekly football video content
Ability to implement pre-built graphics packages. Ability to build basic graphics is a major plus
Coordinate content and promotion planning with Athletic staffers across audio, video, editorial, social and programming teams
Perform basic social channel management tasks like uploading, scheduling and publishing
Be part of a peer review system with your colleagues
Sometimes shoot talent in studio

Skills

Adobe Premiere

Adobe After Effects

Video Editing

Video Production

Graphics

Social Video

Content Ideation

The Athletic Media Company

Digital sports news and analysis platform

About The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. It focuses on delivering in-depth coverage from experienced writers, ensuring fans receive breaking news and insightful analysis about their favorite teams and leagues, including major sports like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international events like Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription-based model, where users pay for premium content that is not available for free, allowing the company to invest in high-quality journalism. This approach sets The Athletic apart from competitors who often rely on advertising. The goal of The Athletic is to serve dedicated sports fans by offering comprehensive and exclusive coverage that goes beyond basic scores and headlines.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$135.7MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Short & Long Term Disability

Free Subscription

Competitive Health Care

HSA & FSA

Commuter Benefits

Risks

Competition from free sports content providers threatens The Athletic's subscription model.

Reliance on high-profile journalists poses risks if negotiations fail.

Social media platforms offering free updates challenge The Athletic's premium content focus.

Differentiation

The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.

It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality over quantity.

The company provides exclusive content not available for free elsewhere.

Upsides

Increased interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market potential.

Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.

New podcast series diversify content offerings, engaging broader audiences.

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