Editor in Chief - Sports

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Editor-in-Chief
Are you an Editor that is MAD about all SPORTS? Are you craving a dynamic and creative team to work with? We are seeking an Editor-in-Chief to oversee all aspects of content production and Digital outputs.

The Editor-in-Chief will manage the day-to-day production of all written content online including scripts, editorial, blogs, headlines, promos, etc. We are looking for real web management experience and enthusiasm for online media and Sports!

This person will be responsible for the development of creative writing styles and accompanying style guides. Ensuring  continuity among the editorial units and set the tone of those units accordingly. Additionally, the Editor-in-Chief will be continually challenged with the differentiation of content, tone and editorial across all outputs.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Integrate creative resources and assets
• Supervise production materials, activities and daily production processes
• Interpret information to formulate story ideas and execute
• Continually surprise and delight fans with creativity and enhanced functionality
• Supervise and write headlines and promos while ensuring correct (or relevant) grammar, punctuation or spelling
• Develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
• Meet frequently with artists, copywriters, layout personnel, marketing directors, and production managers to discuss projects and resolve problems.

 
Required Skills and Experience  

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of web and media production techniques including general communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. 
• Keen eye for details
• Strong commercial and business sensibility
• A PASSION FOR SPORTS!
• Highly collaborative nature and spirit
• AN AWESOME ATTITUDE AND ABILITY TO DELIVER!

Team and Culture

• Awesome team made up of Copy, Producers, editors and illustrators
• Flexible working not frowned upon!
• Awesome culture and fun environment 
• Opportunity to progress
• Central Location

If this sounds like you then please apply now! I am looking for someone with a proven track record of success. Media or sports background would be highly regarded.