Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Cox Communications • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team, reporting directly to the Senior Editor of Pro and College Sports. You will serve as a key support for both the Senior Editor of Pro and College Sports, handling additional duties as assigned by the Head of Sports. A successful candidate will have outstanding communication skills, strong organizational abilities, 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.

Requirements

• 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 in a related field; or 10 years’ experience in a related field.
• 1+ year of experience in management or a lead role
• Experience working with digital media and multi-media. A combination of traditional media and digital media preferred.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior podcast or video experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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 to reporters stories 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 and directed by 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 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.

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 throughout the calendar year
• up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.
• 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.
• health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• retirement planning (401(k))
• paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager