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Nexstar Media Group

Sports Content Creator

Rochester, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $18/hr

WROC/RochesterFirst is hiring a Sports Content Creator to join our award-winning team. With the credibility and strength of our 75-year trusted brand, WROC/RochesterFirst is Rochester, NY's universal ...

Da Francesco's

Sports Content Supervisor

Portland, OR · Hybrid

We're seeking someone who thrives at coaching and managing others while juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. An emphasis for this position will be growing our base of digital ...

DAZN

Senior Project Manager - Sports Content

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Senior Project Manager - Sports Content Department: RS-492 - COO - Commercial & Corporate Strategy Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: US - New York Description As the Senior Strategic ...

DAZN

Senior Project Manager - Sports Content

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Understanding of sports media, technology and content landscape * Experience in reporting upwards to senior management, both in verbal presentations and documents * Experience working in a matrix ...

PGA Tour

Content Manager Social

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · On-site

Journalism, Media or Communications preferred * 3-5 years of experience in in content creation, social media management, or digital editorial at a sports or media company, publisher, or content ...

Digital Remedy

Digital Content Manager

Boise, ID · On-site

CBS2/FOX9 in Boise, Idaho has an immediate opening for a Digital Content Manager to create and ... SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company ...

PGA TOUR

Content Manager Social

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · On-site

Journalism, Media or Communications preferred * 3-5 years of experience in in content creation, social media management, or digital editorial at a sports or media company, publisher, or content ...

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How much do sports content manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sports content manager in the United States is $38.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $45.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sports Content Manager vs Sports Journalist?

AspectSports Content ManagerSports Journalist
Primary RoleOversees sports content creation, manages content teams, and develops content strategies.Researches, writes, and reports on sports events and stories for media outlets.
Required SkillsContent management, editing, strategic planning, multimedia skills.Strong writing, reporting, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, sports organizations, digital platforms.Newsrooms, sports media outlets, freelance assignments.
Common CertificationsMedia or communications degrees, digital marketing certifications.Journalism degrees, reporting certifications.

While both roles involve sports content, the Sports Content Manager focuses on overseeing content strategies and team management, whereas the Sports Journalist concentrates on reporting and storytelling. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the sports media industry.

How does a sports content manager typically collaborate with editorial, marketing, and social media teams?

A Sports Content Manager works closely with editorial teams to plan and schedule content that aligns with sports calendars and trending events. They also collaborate with marketing to ensure that content supports promotional campaigns and audience engagement goals. Regular coordination with social media teams ensures content is adapted for various platforms and reaches the intended audience effectively. This collaborative environment requires strong communication and project management skills to maintain a consistent and engaging content strategy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports content manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Content Manager, you need a solid background in journalism, digital media, and a strong understanding of sports, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, analytics tools, and multimedia editing software is typically required. Excellent communication, leadership, and time management skills help you coordinate teams, engage audiences, and adapt to fast-paced sporting events. These skills ensure the timely delivery of engaging, accurate, and high-quality sports content that resonates with target audiences and drives organizational goals.

What does a sports content manager do?

A Sports Content Manager oversees the creation, curation, and distribution of sports-related content across various platforms, such as websites, social media, and mobile apps. They coordinate with writers, editors, photographers, and video producers to ensure timely and engaging coverage of sporting events, news, and features. Their responsibilities also include developing content strategies, analyzing audience engagement, and ensuring brand consistency. This role requires a strong understanding of the sports industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
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Infographic showing various Sports Content Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,932 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Sports Content Creator

Nexstar Media Group

Rochester, NY • On-site

$16.50 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Nexstar Media Group rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 76 rated media

Job description

WROC/RochesterFirst is hiring a Sports Content Creator to join our award-winning team. With the credibility and strength of our 75-year trusted brand, WROC/RochesterFirst is Rochester, NY's universal local source for news, weather, and information across all platforms.
Rochester, NY, ranked as the nation's second most affordable housing market, offers an exceptional quality of life-with outstanding dining, lively entertainment, scenic parks and golf courses, and a friendly, welcoming community.
WROC-TV/Rochester First streaming/RochesterFirst.com in Rochester, New York is hiring a Sports Content Creator who is a presenter/producer of digital sports content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to all consumers. The Sports Content Creator analyzes and presents facts about sports events by interview, investigation or observation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
  • Creates programs and long form content appropriate for streaming channels and platforms
  • Ensures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
  • Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner
  • Participates in and originates interview and discussion sports content for streaming platforms
  • Regularly posts content to various social media platforms
  • Generates original story ideas for traditional and non-traditional sports topics
  • Operates and maintains podcast broadcast equipment
  • Connects with various local and national sports figures for interview and discussion content
  • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content
  • Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
  • Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage
  • Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
  • Shoots video for sports reports
  • Sets up, composes and executes video content for live, recorded and social items
  • Maintains video equipment
  • Edits video clips for social platforms, website, streaming and television broadcasts
  • Writes stories for the social platforms, website, streaming and television broadcasts
  • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

Requirements & Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Superior on-air presence
  • Minimum three years' experience in sports reporting and anchoring (more or less depending on market size)
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
  • Experience with posting and editing content to all social media platforms
  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating others
  • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners and other office equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Flexibility to work any shift

Compensation $16.50 - $18 / hour commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level.
WROC/RochesterFirst, Nexstar Media Inc. offers excellent benefits including paid vacations, holidays, sick leave, and personal days, health insurance plans, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K Retirement Plan, paid parental leave, dental, vision, Teladoc, behavioral health services, prescription drug coverage, life insurance plans, paid short term disability, and many more benefit options. Compensation package will be based on experience.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.

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Broadcasting

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1996

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