Freelance Digital Content Writer/Editor - NBC Sports, ...

Job DescriptionPLEASE NOTE: This is a project position with an estimated duration of up to 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.As the Digital Content Editor, you are a part of the core publishing team for NBC Sports Bay Area/California. The role includes day-to-day editorial maintenance and publishing of content to the our site, app and social media accounts.Responsibilities:Edit digital content as part of a 24/7 sports news cycle, including monitoring social media and wires, editing copy, writing headlines and selecting complementary media such as photos and videoWrite and publish breaking and developing sports news stories in a timely fashionWrite and build original stories off quotes, social media posts and game-action; aggregate content as neededHandle in-game social media duties, cutting clips quickly from live games and posting to Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Must have ability to identify viral moments and write compelling and engaging captionsFeature and promote game live streams on our platformsWrite and send push alerts on news stories and live eventsCollaborate with TV/linear team to align on shared content opportunitiesQualificationsBasic QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in journalism or related field, or relevant work experienceDemonstrated experience in writing for online news, packaging content for a digital audience, editing written content for publication, headline writing for web/apps and social media writingProficiency with Photoshop or other photo-editing softwareWell-versed on all major pro teams in the San Francisco Bay Area market: Warriors, 49ers, Giants, A’s, Kings and SharksDesired CharacteristicsSolid attention to detail and ability to work well on deadlineAbility to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure newsroom environmentDeep knowledge across all major American sports, including NBA, NFL, MLB and NHLGeneral knowledge of national storylines and their impact on local teamsTeam playerPositive attitudeEligibility RequirementsInterested candidate must submit a resume/CV through to be consideredMust be willing to work nights, weekends and holidaysMust be willing to work in San Francisco, CAMust have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesMust be 18 years or olderRequired On-Site:This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated pensation:The daily rate for this position is $210/day.Additional InformationAs part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilityS.

Created: 2026-05-08