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San Francisco 49ers

Football AI Fellow

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$57K - $78K/yr

... Submit written reports, visualizations and summary data as needed • Communicate results to ... San Francisco 49ers is an American football team that plays in the West Division of the National ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for football writer in the United States is $35.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $50.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical workweek for a Football Writer can involve attending live matches or press events, conducting interviews with players and coaches, researching stories, and writing articles or match reports on tight deadlines. You may also be responsible for producing content for digital platforms, updating live blogs, or contributing to podcasts and video segments. Collaboration is common, as you'll often work closely with editors, photographers, and social media teams to ensure content is accurate, engaging, and delivered promptly. The schedule may include evenings and weekends, especially during the football season, but it offers a dynamic environment for passionate football enthusiasts.

What does a Football Writer do?

A Football Writer covers football-related topics, including match reports, analysis, player profiles, and news. They research, interview players and coaches, and produce articles for websites, newspapers, or magazines. Strong writing skills, knowledge of the sport, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential. Many Football Writers work for media outlets, while some operate independently as bloggers or freelancers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Football Writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Football Writer, you need excellent writing skills, a deep knowledge of football, and experience in journalism or sports media, often supported by a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), digital publishing tools, and social media platforms is important, and multimedia skills such as video editing can be advantageous. Strong research abilities, attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to meet deadlines are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities help ensure insightful, timely, and engaging coverage that meets the expectations of readers and media outlets.

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Assistant Women's Flag Football Coach

Assistant Women's Flag Football Coach

Bridgewater College

Bridgewater, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Bridgewater College, a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III, is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Women's Flag Football Coach, beginning July 2026. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Head Women's Flag Football Coach.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Assisting the head coach in all facets of a Division III flag football program.
  • Recruiting prospective student-athletes who fit the mission and culture of the program and the College
  • Serve as Offensive Coordinator by leading offensive practices, implementing schemes, and developing players, while also coaching position groups through skill development, fundamentals, and the advancement of football IQ.
  • Assist with practice planning, scouting, film breakdown, game prep, and stats.
  • Providing mentoring and support for the student-athletes, particularly in regards to academics and player development
  • Help build team culture, leadership, accountability, and SISTERHOOD.
  • Assist Head Coach with the management of travel, equipment, paperwork, camps, clinics, fundraising, and community service.
  • Oversee program marketing, branding, and social media presence.
  • Maintain NCAA, conference, and college compliance while handling additional athletic department duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Prior coaching experience in flag football, football, or other sports is required. Preference will be given to candidates with flag football playing or coaching experience, as well as experience coaching women's sports.
  • Strong knowledge of offensive schemes, player development, and game strategy required.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends and travel
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and effective communication and organizational skills.
  • Experience with social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
  • Basic competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) applications is required.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable by the college's auto insurance carrier.

Pay is competitive, and salary is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville, Washington D.C., and Richmond, Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1,450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors, in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams. To learn more about Bridgewater College, visit: bridgewater.edu
APPLY: Complete the online application.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Email humanresources@bridgewater.edu
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.bridgewater.edu/legal/non-discrimination-notice/
ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT: The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years:https://bridgewater.app.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9
To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761
E-VERIFY AND RIGHT TO WORK:
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Bridgewater College has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to obtain resources to enhance the College's facilities, including the recent addition to and renovation of the College's primary athletic facility. The College is posting the following Notice as required by federal law for organizations which benefit from the USDA's funding program:
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If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax at (202) 690-7442, or email at program.intake@usda.gov.

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