Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

The AJC's mission is to be the most essential and engaging source of news and information for the people of Atlanta, of Georgia and the South. To achieve that mission, we have transformed ourselves from a storied daily newspaper into a modern media company, where a diverse and skilled team delivers work across diverse creative platforms, industries and borders.

There’s a role for you to play now.

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team and will report directly to the Senior Editor of Pro and College Sports. You will serve as a key support for the Senior Editor, handling additional duties as assigned by the Head of Sports. A successful candidate will have outstanding communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and experience in managing teams and coordinating comprehensive sports coverage on digital platforms and social media.

Please note that this role is based in Atlanta, GA.

Duties

Manage and communicate the daily content plan for the Pro and College Sports department

Communicate with other departments (photo, video, audio, marketing, programming, etc.) to support stories’ best presence and reach with emerging audiences

Provide content suggestions and, when needed, assign stories to reporters based on current sports trends and audience interest

Manage daily calendars and internal platforms by inputting relevant information on upcoming games, events and features

Maintain relationships with key executives from sports teams and events within the state of Georgia and beyond as needed

Understand and contribute to newsroom goals, including subscription growth, engagement metrics, and quality standards

Manage freelancer schedules and editorial coverage to ensure comprehensive coverage, including weekends

Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on deadlines with sports teams and events

Attend daily or weekly planning meetings as directed by the Senior Editor for Pro and College Sports

Review copy and clear any standards for sensitive stories as needed, directed by the Senior Editor of College and Pro Sports

At times, this person may need to cover a game and/or event based on schedules

Work with the sports leadership team on an annual planning calendar

Cover editor responsibilities during PTO or absences

Oversee training on CMS and other essential sports newsroom systems

Maintain expenses and submit monthly expense reports

Be able to work extended hours or flexible hours based on assignments; minimal travel may be required

May require management of select team members

Education and Skills

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field (preferably journalism). The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year experience; or 10 years’ experience.

1+ year of experience in management or a lead role

Experience working with digital media and multimedia; a combination of traditional media and digital media preferred

Prior podcast or video experience is a plus

Ability to meet deadlines

Prior work with CMS and ability to learn new technologies

Effectively communicate in a fast‑paced environment

Remain organized, communicative, and amenable to change alongside a growing company

Knowledge of AP style

Proficient in social media applications and how to promote work through social media

Curious and open to explore new opportunities

Compensation
USD 92,300.00 - 153,900.00 per year

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $92,300.00 - $153,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. The position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Benefits
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays each year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

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