Field Service Engineer - Las Vegas and Southern, Utah
GE HealthcareSalary not specified
Writer, LV Raiders (Las Vegas, Nevada) at The Athletic Media Company
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports Media, JournalismIndustries
Requirements
- At least three years of relevant experience at a media company
- Prior experience covering a college or professional team beat; prior NFL beat experience preferred
- Thorough knowledge of the NFL
- Based in and around the Las Vegas, NV area
Responsibilities
- Excellent news sense, along with ability to build relationships with sources that ultimately lead to authoritative reporting, which allows us to break news and write revelatory stories
- Ability to tell rich, ambitious features through deep reporting and access that takes readers beyond the superficial storylines
- Attention to detail; must be meticulous and thorough when sourcing stories
- A deep understanding of audience needs and a desire to constantly satisfy those needs
- A sharp, analytical mind able to analyze a situation and add perspective
- Ability to work on a number of projects at the same time, balancing long-term projects with the need to deliver stories on a regular basis
- Ability to write quick news stories and provide analysis for a variety of platforms, including live journalism
- Creative and innovative approach to story ideation and formats
- Unique and strong voice that can stand out from competitors
- Must have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and share information
- Interest in internal metrics that can help educate what subscribers desire
Skills
sports journalism
news reporting
feature writing
source development
audience analysis
analytical writing
live journalism
story ideation
collaborative reporting
metrics analysis
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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