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Sports Copy Editor

New York Post, New York, NY, United States


Job Description: The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence, and authority averaging 90 million unique monthly viewers. Over the past 223 years, The Post has evolved into a multi‑platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television, and commerce.

The New York Post is seeking a full‑time

Sports Copy Editor (Sun‑Thurs, 4pm‑12am)

with outstanding news judgment, a sharp editing eye and creativity to contribute to the sports desk’s digital and print production. The Sports Copy Editor will be asked to line‑edit copy, write sparkling headlines and design print layouts – and do it all with a sense of humor, on deadline.

Note: Shift days and hours are subject to change depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

Work on the desk of a dynamic sports section, collaborating with the best writers, editors and producers in town

Edit and proofread sports articles, features, and other content for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style

Ensure accuracy and consistency in facts, names, statistics, and other details

Write memorable headlines in The Post’s iconic voice

Design bold tabloid pages

Stay updated on current sports events, trends, and terminology

Manage tight deadlines and ensure timely delivery of edited content

Assist with other editorial duties as needed

Requirements

4+ years of experience in print media (at least 2 years in sports)

Stellar editing chops, including a nose for news and a practiced copy‑editing eye

Proven ability to write eye‑catching headlines

Strong layout/design skills (InDesign/Photoshop a plus)

A willingness to work hard, be proactive and multi‑task in a deadline‑driven environment

Keen interest and knowledge of sports, particularly around the New York teams

Must be able to work nights and weekends

Note: The NY Post adheres to a hybrid work model.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000

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.

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