Live Reporter (Contract)

The Athletic is seeking a Live Reporter on a 6-month contract to cover for an employee on leave. The role involves writing, editing, and publishing content in live blogs, working with reporters, and collaborating with news editors. The ideal candidate will have experience in live blogging, sports journalism, and SEO.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of live blogging experience
• Solid background in sports journalism
• High-end knowledge of a variety of different sports
• Flexibility and collaboration

Benefits

• Highly competitive, employer-contributed medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance plans
• Savings accounts for medical, wellness, and childcare expenses
• 401k retirement savings plan and employer match
• Paid time off including paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, 15 days of accrued vacation to start, and up to 20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave