News editor, Yahoo! Sports

<a href="http://www.journalismjobs.com/Job_Listing.cfm?JobID=916482">From Journalismjobs.com</a>:

Yahoo! Sports is seeking a creative and versatile news editor to program packages and breaking news for the largest sports audience on the Web.

The ideal candidate will have a feel for online information and news cycles, a thorough grasp of the competitive landscape and a passion for sports news. You should be hard-working and self-motivated, quick-thinking, energetic, efficient, and able to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills are a must, as this position requires interacting with fellow editors, writers and employees throughout Yahoo!

We're seeking someone who:

• Writes fresh, compelling headlines that draw readers into the story

• Makes raw copy shine with crisp editing

• Has an eye for striking images and can make them sizzle with Photoshop

• Anticipates users' needs and meets them by creating holistic packages of text, video and images

• Executes content plans and uses solid news judgment to react on the fly when news breaks. Ability to judge relative merit of content based on our users' needs is key.

• Enjoys innovating and is comfortable blending original, aggregated and user-generated material to create a compelling site that engages users and encourages repeat visits

• Works with writers and other editors to ensure content quality

• Has a positive attitude, professional demeanor and the flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment

• Gets a rush from news

Requirements:

• B.A. required; journalism or communications concentration a plus

• Five years experience as an editor

• Passion for online news and sports experience strongly preferred

• Strong online editing and packaging skills

• Proven editorial judgment

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays

• Strong knowledge of web applications and publishing technologies such as HTML, Photoshop, media players, et al.

• Well-versed in AP style

This job will be based in Santa Monica, Calif., and may require extended hours during peak news times. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to sports-jobs@yahoo-inc.com, with "Yahoo! Sports coverage editor" in the subject line.

 

Greg Gibson, anyone?

 

Sounds more like a worker-bee job than an oversight position, making Greg a wee bit overqualified.

 

Anyone know anything more about this one?

 

how can they be hiring considering the climate over there?

 

Probably on the back burner for now ...