Job description
PENN Entertainment, Inc. is North America’s leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver the experiences people want, how and where they want them.
We’re always on the lookout for those who are passionate about creating and delivering cutting-edge online gaming and sports media products. Whether it’s through ESPN BET, Hollywood Casino, theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino, or theScore media app, we’re excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible. These state-of-the-art platforms are powered by proprietary in-house technology, a key component of PENN’s omnichannel gaming and entertainment strategy.
When you join PENN Entertainment’s digital team, you’ll not only work on these cutting-edge platforms through theScore and PENN Interactive, but you’ll also be part of a company that truly cares about your career growth. We’re committed to supporting you as you expand your skills and explore new opportunities.
With locations throughout North America, you can build a future at PENN Entertainment wherever you are. If you want to challenge conventions in gaming, media and entertainment, we want to talk to you.
We’re seeking someone passionate about sports, news, and good writing to join our Copy Editing team and assist in making Penn Interactive’s in-house content the best it can be. The Copy department helps serve our hardcore user base by ensuring that articles and features are clean, clear, and engaging. The ideal candidate is a discerning, curious, and collaborative editor who values communication, produces quality work in both high-pressure and low-pressure situations, and is sensitive to the mobile news environment.
About the Work
- Edit and publish posts produced by Penn Interactive’s team of news editors across a variety of sports leagues, including NBA, NHL, MLB, NFL, NCAA football and basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, and MMA
- Edit captions for video and third-party content to comply with house style
- Provide editorial guidance and constructive feedback to news editors
- Adhere to Penn Interactive’s editorial guidelines and policies
- Other duties as required
About You
- Extensive sports knowledge, particularly regarding to the four major professional sports leagues, as well as NCAA football and basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, and MMA
- Flexibility with regards to scheduling and an ability to work nights and weekends
- Great attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with social media
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to take on other projects as they come up
- Previous experience in sports media preferred but not required
- Journalism degree preferred
What we offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive Benefits package.
- Fun, relaxed work environment.
- Education and conference reimbursements
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Salary Range
$50,000—$52,000 USD
Penn Interactive is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Penn Interactive provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Penn Interactive provides best-in-class benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
