California Post
Deputy Sports Editor
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California Post
California Post seeks a dedicated Deputy Sports Editor to lead sports coverage in one of the world’s most vibrant sporting cities. The role reports to the Sports Editor and will manage day‑to‑day operations of the sports desk, mentor reporters, and shape the agenda across digital and print.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr
Responsibilities:
Support the Sports Editor in overseeing all sports coverage for the California Post
Manage the daily workflow of the sports desk, setting priorities, assigning stories, and ensuring deadlines are met
Edit, polish, and elevate copy to meet the Post’s standards of clarity, impact, and voice
Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to reporters and columnists, helping them sharpen their coverage and source stories
Identify stories, trends, and cultural moments that matter to LA sports fans
Collaborate with the Sports Editor on shaping coverage strategies to ensure the Post is setting the pace, not following the pack
Work closely with photo, design, video, and digital teams to package stories in creative, engaging ways
Partner with the audience development team to expand the reach of our sports coverage across digital and social platforms
Monitor analytics and audience insights to help refine coverage and grow readership
Requirements:
At least 7 years of professional sports journalism experience, including newsroom leadership or editing experience
Strong editing and headline‑writing skills, with the ability to sharpen copy quickly under deadline pressure
Proven knowledge of Los Angeles and national sports, with strong instincts for what stories will resonate with fans
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced newsroom environment
Experience mentoring and guiding reporters to deliver impactful coverage
Proficiency with WordPress or similar CMS platforms; familiarity with digital workflows
Strong understanding of social media and audience engagement strategies
Collaborative spirit with excellent communication and organizational skills
A passion for sports and the storytelling that brings fans closer to the teams, players, and culture they care about
Note:
This role will be expected to report on‑site 5 days per week.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, please include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.
At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. Our ranges reflect a good faith estimate to pay fairly based on candidate experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may be relevant during the interview process.
In addition to compensation, the company provides eligible employees a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, including physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits.
As an equal‑opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function
Writing/Editing
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role at
California Post
California Post seeks a dedicated Deputy Sports Editor to lead sports coverage in one of the world’s most vibrant sporting cities. The role reports to the Sports Editor and will manage day‑to‑day operations of the sports desk, mentor reporters, and shape the agenda across digital and print.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr
Responsibilities:
Support the Sports Editor in overseeing all sports coverage for the California Post
Manage the daily workflow of the sports desk, setting priorities, assigning stories, and ensuring deadlines are met
Edit, polish, and elevate copy to meet the Post’s standards of clarity, impact, and voice
Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to reporters and columnists, helping them sharpen their coverage and source stories
Identify stories, trends, and cultural moments that matter to LA sports fans
Collaborate with the Sports Editor on shaping coverage strategies to ensure the Post is setting the pace, not following the pack
Work closely with photo, design, video, and digital teams to package stories in creative, engaging ways
Partner with the audience development team to expand the reach of our sports coverage across digital and social platforms
Monitor analytics and audience insights to help refine coverage and grow readership
Requirements:
At least 7 years of professional sports journalism experience, including newsroom leadership or editing experience
Strong editing and headline‑writing skills, with the ability to sharpen copy quickly under deadline pressure
Proven knowledge of Los Angeles and national sports, with strong instincts for what stories will resonate with fans
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced newsroom environment
Experience mentoring and guiding reporters to deliver impactful coverage
Proficiency with WordPress or similar CMS platforms; familiarity with digital workflows
Strong understanding of social media and audience engagement strategies
Collaborative spirit with excellent communication and organizational skills
A passion for sports and the storytelling that brings fans closer to the teams, players, and culture they care about
Note:
This role will be expected to report on‑site 5 days per week.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, please include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.
At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. Our ranges reflect a good faith estimate to pay fairly based on candidate experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may be relevant during the interview process.
In addition to compensation, the company provides eligible employees a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, including physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits.
As an equal‑opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function
Writing/Editing
Media Production, Retail Books and Printed News, Technology, Information and Media
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