Sports Copy Editor

Job Description:

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence, and authority averaging 90 million unique monthly viewers. Over the past 223 years, The Post has evolved into a multi‑platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television, and commerce.

The New York Post is seeking a full‑time Sports Copy Editor (Sun‑Thurs, 4pm‑12am) with outstanding news judgment, a sharp editing eye and creativity to contribute to the sports desk’s digital and print production. The Sports Copy Editor will be asked to line‑edit copy, write sparkling headlines and design print layouts – and do it all with a sense of humor, on deadline.

Note:

Shift days and hours are subject to change depending on business needs.

• Work on the desk of a dynamic sports section, collaborating with the best writers, editors and producers in town
• Edit and proofread sports articles, features, and other content for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in facts, names, statistics, and other details
• Write memorable headlines in The Post’s iconic voice
• Design bold tabloid pages
• Stay updated on current sports events, trends, and terminology
• Manage tight deadlines and ensure timely delivery of edited content
• Assist with other editorial duties as needed

• 4+ years of experience in print media (at least 2 years in sports)
• Stellar editing chops, including a nose for news and a practiced copy‑editing eye
• Proven ability to write eye‑catching headlines
• Strong layout/design skills (InDesign/Photoshop a plus)
• A willingness to work hard, be proactive and multi‑task in a deadline‑driven environment
• Keen interest and knowledge of sports, particularly around the New York teams
• Must be able to work nights and weekends

Note:

The NY Post adheres to a hybrid work model.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000

As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.