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Nashville Public Radio

Sports Editor

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Education and Experience Requirements * 5+ years of editing experience, including leadership in sports or a related area * Proven ability to produce enterprise, analytical and accountability ...

Baltimore Sun

Sports Editor

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Education and Experience Requirements * 5+ years of editing experience, including leadership in sports or a related area * Proven ability to produce enterprise, analytical and accountability ...

Star Tribune

Audience Editor - Sports

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

Social media content creation and video editing experience is a definite plus. Schedule : Wednesday ... Sports Department. To Apply : Upload a resume and a memo describing how you would approach the ...

gannett

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

gannett

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI · On-site

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

The Seattle Times

Sports Multiplatform Editor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$63K - $95K/yr

Copy-editing sports stories for web and print publication. * Producing digital news alerts and email newsletters. * Writing web headlines with SEO and audience engagement in mind, and when necessary ...

Tribune and Times

Be Seen First

Sports Reporter

Harrisonville, MO · On-site

$38K - $44K/yr

A structured path to move into a Sports Editor/Management position. * Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Time to recharge and keep your creative tank full. * Workplace Culture: A warm, flexible ...

Gannett Co., Inc.

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI · On-site

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

Agupdate

$60 - $80/hr

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

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Nashville Public Radio

Senior Editor, Sport

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

You should bring a deep understanding of both domestic and international sports, combined with experience in efficiently editing large volumes of content while meeting client expectations. Expertise ...

Agupdate

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

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How much do sports editing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports editing in the United States is $51,333.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20,000.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is sports editing?

Sports editing involves selecting, refining, and shaping sports-related content for publication or broadcast. Sports editors work with written articles, video footage, or audio, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and engagement for the target audience. They may collaborate with reporters, photographers, and producers to fact-check information, correct grammar or style, and highlight key moments or stories. Their goal is to present sports coverage that is both informative and captivating for readers or viewers.

How does a sports editor typically collaborate with reporters, photographers, and layout designers to produce compelling sports coverage?

A sports editor plays a central role in coordinating coverage by working closely with reporters to assign stories, guide angles, and ensure factual accuracy. They also collaborate with photographers to select images that best complement written content and with layout designers to create visually appealing pages or digital presentations. Regular meetings and open communication are essential to keep everyone aligned with deadlines and editorial standards. This teamwork ensures that sports stories are engaging, timely, and visually dynamic, meeting audience expectations across print and digital platforms.

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

To thrive as a Sports Editor, you need a solid background in journalism, strong writing and editing skills, and a thorough understanding of sports, typically supported by a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), AP style, and multimedia editing tools such as Adobe Creative Suite is common in this role. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively under tight deadlines are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate, engaging coverage and timely publication in the fast-paced world of sports media.

What is the difference between Sports Editing vs Sports Writing?

AspectSports EditingSports Writing
Required SkillsEditing, proofreading, content managementWriting, storytelling, research
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, publishing platformsNewsrooms, freelance, online outlets
Common EmployerMedia companies, sports magazinesNews agencies, newspapers, online media
Primary FocusRefining and organizing sports contentCreating original sports stories and reports

Sports Editing involves refining and managing sports content, ensuring accuracy and clarity, while Sports Writing focuses on creating original sports stories and reports. Both roles require strong knowledge of sports, but editing emphasizes content quality, whereas writing emphasizes storytelling and reporting skills.

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Infographic showing various Sports Editing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,333 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Sports Editor - Hibbing, MN

Adams MultiMedia LLC

Hibbing, MN • On-site

$250/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day local sports news coverage, including planning content, assigning stories, and editing stories.

  • Supervise and coordinate reporters' and sports copy editors' activities and schedules.

  • Manage selection and placement of regional, national, and international sports news coverage.

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Sports Editor - Hibbing, MN

Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk] First/MidLevel Mgmt Hibbing, MN, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2072

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Job Title: Sports Editor

The Sports Editor is the lead staff editor in overseeing day-to-day local Sports news coverage, planning content, determining story placement, making photographic and graphics requests, assigning and editing stories, and supervising and coordinating reporters’ and sports copy editors’ activities and schedules. The Sports Editor also oversees selection and placement of regional, national and international sports news coverage. The Sports Editor may be required to design and paginate Sports section pages, or oversee their design and pagination. The Sports Editor ensures that highest coverage priority goes to local sports and recreational programs, activities and athletes.

Location

The city of Hibbing, MN is located on the Iron Range, Northern St. Louis County, well known for its Mining industry in Northeast Minnesota. There is no shortage of news to cover, with a highly active city government and school district, healthy service groups, a wide range of nonprofits and small businesses, a robust arts scene, and several frequently debated issues.

Essential Functions
  • Interact successfully with others in a business setting, especially working effectively with the Editor and the Photo Editor and photo staff.
  • Work collaboratively in a team environment to meet customer needs, including effective interdepartmental relationships with the Advertising, Circulation, Business and Production departments.
  • Work successfully with others in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
  • Edit for accuracy, fairness, completeness, grammar, style, syntax, organization and clarity on deadline.
  • Communicate clearly with reporters to help them develop coverage strategies and story ideas.
  • Coach reporters on reporting and writing skills.
  • Meet and enforce deadlines.
  • Make quick, confident, informed decisions, act promptly and follow through effectively.
  • Be familiar with current libel, public access and open meeting regulations.
  • Have familiarity with the community, its history, its issues and leading personalities.
Essential functions
  • A culture of collaboration and empowerment is maintained.
    • Employees are given prompt and useful training, coaching, and recognition.
    • Employees know what is expected of them.
    • Issues affecting work performance are addressed and resolved.
    • Two-way communication occurs by listening and by providing useful information.
Additional Job Functions
  • Prepare daily and long-range Sports news budgets
  • perform mathematical calculations; perform research using a variety of resources
  • accept and implement written and verbal direction from supervisors
  • represent the newspaper in a professional, business-like manner
  • coordinate large projects and series; assist the Editor as appropriate.

The Sports newsroom is an intense, demanding environment that requires steady leadership skills and consistent focus. The Sports Editor should maintain a calm, objective and professional demeanor in adverse or emergency situations. The Sports Editor must cordially handle inquiries or observations from the public, including angry responses. The Sports Editor must treat reporters and other Newsroom workers with dignity and respect while defining and enforcing expectations.

Requirements
  • Working experience in the journalistic field, preferably with writing background
  • Strong writing skills and an excellent portfolio
  • A proven ability to be both self-sufficient and capable of working in a team
  • Demonstrated news judgement
  • An eye for detail along with critical thinking
  • A penchant for organization and multitasking
  • An understanding and interest in the use of computers and technology

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender

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