Sports Journalist

Job description

GIVEMESPORT is one of the worldโ€™s largest independent sports media publishers. We cover news, features, and interviews across a broad range of sports, from football to MMA, catering our content to a global audience of more than 30 million fans each and every month.

Weโ€™re looking for freelance Sports Writers tojoin our team. The ideal candidate will have an eye for identifying trending stories, a sharp editorial voice, and the ability to produce high-quality content in an efficient and impactful manner. Candidates must be located in the US or Canada.

Your Responsibilities

  • Write 6 stories per day (primarily news and short features).
  • Stay on top of U.S. sports news cycles and spot trends before they peak.
  • Work with editors to pitch ideas, refine angles, and optimize content for SEO and social.
  • Ensure accuracy, journalistic integrity, and a consistent editorial tone.

Our Perks

  • Work from a location of your choice (remote).
  • Exposure to GMSโ€™s large and passionate audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to have your work read globally.
  • Be part of the success of a launching initiative.

Experience and Skills

  • Strong knowledge and passion for sports (NBA, NFL, WWE, Tennis, F1, Boxing, MMA).
  • Proven experience in sports writing for a digital publication.
  • Proven ability to produce multiple stories a day.
  • Familiarity with SEO best practices and digital content strategies.
  • Experience optimizing content for Facebook and Discover is a big plus!
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:

  • Your CV
  • A cover letter
  • Links to previously published sports articles/or author page on a reputable publication.

Our team will review your application and contact you if we believe that you could be a match for this role.

GIVEMESPORT is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.

Valnet , founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.

Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.

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