NFL Writer / Content Creator

Job Description

Responsibilities
Role Purpose

The NFL Writer/Content Creator will be responsible for writing original content regarding the key NFL news and events of the day as well as selected columns, and video and audio appearances across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities
• Write original and insightful posts on all of the key NFL news and events of the day
• Cover breaking NFL news stories with quick, concise analysis
• Monitor the conversation on the site by the community of fans commenting on news
• Contribute across platforms to editorial coverage of breaking and developing stories.
• Distribute content on social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook and Twitter.

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in editorial environments
• Minimum five (5) years' Internet experience related to the NFL

Additional Qualifications
• Understanding of social tools available on the web and how they can be applied to content
• Particular understanding and use of Twitter
• Experience with video and audio content creation

Eligibility Requirements
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal' s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, to meet deadlines, and multi-task
• Proficient at discerning story lines and analyzing stories
• Familiarity with AP style and the ability to create clean copy
• Team player who is comfortable working with editors

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4kmjv-18-226-251-68-42 in your application.