The Athletic
Writer, KC Chiefs (Kansas City, MO)
Job Summary
The role involves reporting on the Kansas City Chiefs with a focus on authoritative and in-depth sports journalism, including building relationships with sources and delivering rich features. The candidate should have at least three years of media experience, preferably covering NFL or professional teams, with strong knowledge of the NFL. The position requires excellent storytelling, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple projects. It offers a comprehensive benefits package designed for full-time employees.
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About Us
Powered by one of the largest global newsrooms in sports media, The Athletic brings sports fans the most comprehensive stories about the teams, sports and athletes they love. The Athletic’s newsroom of 500+ full-time staff delivers in-depth coverage of hundreds of professional and college teams across more than 47 North American markets and all 20 football clubs in the English Premier League, as well as many Championship clubs.
About The Role
The Athletic is looking for an energetic, motivated writer to cover the Kansas City Chiefs who understands that reporting is the foundation for everything that we do. This reporter needs to be a driven and coachable self-starter who also thrives working collaboratively.
This role will be based in Kansas City, Mo.
- Excellent news sense, along with ability to build relationships with sources that ultimately lead to authoritative reporting, which allows us to break news and write revelatory stories.
- Ability to tell rich, ambitious, features through deep reporting and access that takes readers beyond the superficial storylines.
- Attention to detail; must be meticulous and thorough when sourcing stories.
- A deep understanding of audience needs and a desire to constantly satisfy those needs.
- A sharp, analytical mind able to analyze a situation and add perspective.
- Ability to work on a number of projects at the same time, balancing long-term projects with the need to deliver stories on a regular basis.
- Ability to write quick news stories and provide analysis for a variety of platforms, including live journalism.
- Creative and innovative approach to story ideation and formats.
- Unique and strong voice that can stand out from competitors.
- Must have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and share information.
- Interest in internal metrics that can help educate what subscribers desire.
- At least three years of relevant experience at a media company.
- Prior experience covering a college or professional team beat; prior NFL beat experience preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of the NFL.
The annual base salary range for this role is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 USD. The total compensation offered for this position may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and location. It may also include non-cash rewards and benefits. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
The Athletic offers unique perks and benefits to all full-time employees based on their country of residence. Our comprehensive US benefits package includes:
- Highly competitive, employer-contributed medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance plans.
- Savings accounts for medical, wellness, and childcare expenses.
- 401k retirement savings plan and employer match.
- Paid time off including paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, 15 days of accrued vacation to start, and up to 20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
For international candidates: Our global benefits packages offer similar benefits and perks, competitive to the local market.
The Athletic Media Company is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Athletic will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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