Equiliem is hiring: Sports Editor/Writer in Burbank

Sports Editor/Writer
Burbank, CA
Pay: $53.00 - $57.00 per hour
26-09413
Job summary

Responsibilities

Write and publish approximately one original article per day, depending on assignment complexity and other editorial responsibilities

Produce fast-turnaround coverage tied to matchups, results, schedules, standings, marquee events, and other timely sports moments

Write evergreen and discovery content, including how-to-watch guides, competition and team explainers, previews, and viewing guides

Build and maintain persistent team and competition hubs that stay current across a season

Edit copy from other writers and update existing articles to keep information accurate and current

Apply SEO best practices and partner with editorial, marketing, publicity, sports programming, and SEO stakeholders to secure approvals

Qualifications

Significant professional experience as a digital sports editor, writer, or journalist

Deep knowledge of soccer and the NFL, with working familiarity across UFC, college football, and the broader sports landscape

Excellent writing, editing, copy editing, and headline-writing skills

Strong editorial judgment and the ability to quickly identify the most useful or compelling angle

Demonstrated ability to produce clean, engaging, and accurate copy on tight deadlines, often around live events

Experience editing other writers and providing clear, actionable feedback

Working knowledge of SEO and how search intent should inform editorial decisions

Experience with WordPress or a comparable CMS

Fluency with Google Docs and collaborative editorial workflows

Strong research and fact-checking skills

Ability to navigate stakeholder feedback and approval processes while keeping work moving

Highly organized and comfortable managing several priorities at once

Preferred Qualifications

Experience at a major sports publication, newsroom, or high-volume digital sports operation

Experience covering soccer or the NFL at scale

Experience developing strong headlines, subheads, and article structures for readers and search

Experience writing recommendation, service, or search-driven evergreen content

Familiarity with audience insights, search trends, and content-performance data

Schedule

Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, team starts earlier, open to discussion

Location

Onsite in Burbank, CA

About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer
Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or (732) 238-6050.

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