Deputy Sports Editor, AP -- New York

Some big shoes to fill here.

http://www.journalismjobs.com/Job_Listing.cfm?JobID=1359336

The Associated Press seeks a highly experienced Deputy Sports Editor at its headquarters in New York City.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of superior news judgment, excellent content editing skills, a self-starter, and be able to work well under pressure. This role serves as a liaison with Associated Press Sports Editors and is a key contact for questions and/or issues. RESPONSIBILITES:

* Manages the top of the report, big events and major beat * Manage and develop four regional assistant sports editors who oversee a combined staff of 80 domestic reporters. In addition, directs a national staff of 30 at headquarters in New York * Serves as the day-to-day operations manager, working with direct reports as well as staff in London, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa and other news departments in New York headquarters, especially to develop stories that have crossover value * Assigns stories, including breaking news, follow-ups, takeouts and special features. Ensures the report fully embraces all platforms and that the department is a true multimedia operation * Monitor social media for breaking news, trends and story ideas, as a key element of daily operations * Partner with enterprise editor to spot trends, timely takeouts for weekend packages, features and profiles, as well as special advances and seasonal packages such as baseball, football and college sports previews.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have the ability to coordinate, assign and skillfully edit fast-breaking stories. The successful candidate must have a deep, rich knowledge of and interest in a full range of sports, both national and international.

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * Solid journalism experience with demonstrated increase levels of responsibility * 6+ years management experience and staff development * Strong organizational skills with experience juggling multiple projects across formats and meeting deadlines * Excellent communication and collaboration skills, coupled with the ability to manage relationships across multiple platforms * The ability to travel and work a variety of hours to meet the needs of a 24/7 news organization. Must be able to demonstrate a high level of fluency in written and spoken English. Authorization to work in the United States is mandatory.

For consideration, submit your cover letter, resume and clips to: NationalNewsJobs@ap.org. Do provide the name of this position in the subject line of your email. The Associated Press is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to: NationalNewsJobs@ap.org

 

Is there anyone in the wings who can move up into that chair? As mentioned before, some huge shoes to fill.

 

Mary Byrne's.