Careers: Content

Bleacher Report is seeking a temporary Associate Producer to assist with the management and creation of content during the grassroots basketball season. The producer will primarily be responsible for capturing content at live basketball games and managing the grassroots basketball schedule for teams and events across the country.

This associate producer will be focused on curating and posting BR Hoops-related content (mixtapes, highlights, etc..), covering live events, distributing content across all B/R’s social media feeds, and managing live-event schedules. They will be required to cover live events across all sports and will be asked to assist senior level programmers in creating event distribution plans. An ideal candidate would be described as someone that executes direction well and is diligent with their time management. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is a must. This is a position covering sports in real-time, which requires travel and working a flexible schedule that consists of night shifts and work on weekends.  

Major duties and responsibilities

• Craft /distribute social posts for breaking news and BR Hoops-specific content

• Travel and shoot top high school games and events 

• Work closely with manager to ensure that games and events are properly covered 

• Video Editing 

• Own the look, tone and feel of a sport, platform, or stream during news and live events 

• Assist in auditing voice across team platform; provide feedback to leaders 

Requirements

• A strong understanding of B/R’s voice and brand 

• Experience working with social media platforms, breaking news and content creation 

• Experience with social content discovery 

• Travel is a must

• Experience working the grassroots scene

• Knowledge of the top prep prospects across the country

• Should be comfortable collaborating across multiple departments including editorial & video

• Willing to work night and weekend hours, and holidays

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is a leading digital media source for sports content and conversation. We cover the biggest names, news and trends in sports while also offering targeted content for fans of every team. Follow the action on the B/R App and at bleacherreport.com

About the Role:

Bleacher Report is looking for a full-time Breaking News Team staff member to assign and write articles about all major and minor sports for BleacherReport.com and its mobile app. This person will be part of a team that creates timely content for sports news and events, working closely with programming and quality control teams. The position does not involve reporting or feature writing.

Responsibilities:

• Create text articles that update readers on the latest news and happenings from around the sports world. 
• Develop and research ideas for content by identifying events, trends, personalities that can form the basis of diverse and insightful coverage.
• Work in concert with B/R Programming, Analytics and Quality Control departments to meet department goals for audience engagement and smart journalism.
• Collaborate with Social, Video, Special Projects and other content teams on specific events, specific content and overall coverage.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Sports fanatic with a strong understanding of all major sports and working familiarity with minor sports.
• Proven ability to quickly identify and understand top storylines on breaking news and upcoming events.
• Fluency in the world of Internet sports—the major sports sites, search engines and social media platforms for sports news and discussion.
• Strong writing, copy-editing and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task without sacrificing attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Bleacher Report content, writers and programming channels.
• Understanding of essential online-storytelling principles.
• Understanding of professional journalism standards and practices.
• Experience working in a breaking news sports environment. 
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in online sports media.

Work Requirements:

• Experience communicating via phone, Google chat and e-mail; comfortable working remotely.
• Experience with an online content management system.
• Experience in collaboration via online planning and document tools.
• The position may be based in our New York or San Francisco offices, or may be worked remote.

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Its vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through the highly addictive Bleacher Report app Follow the action at bleacherreport.com and through Instagram @BleacherReport.

About the Role:

The Community Lead is responsible for creating engaging content and operating B/R’s official accounts in the mobile app. They are in charge of planning app executions around key tentpole events throughout the sports calendar and assist with developing an overarching community strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a global Community and influencer plan for the B/R app

• Be the voice of the Community and maintain a tight two-way dialogue between all stakeholders. 

• React to breaking news and roll out official B/R app accounts. 

• Plan and schedule Community activations, both during live events and out of events

• Work with analytics to monitor channel engagement and optimize for Community performance

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of directly applicable experience required

• Deep understanding of current and emerging social trends

• Worked directly on building or moderating a large social community 

• Experience working with talent

• Ability to combine strategic thinking and execution 

• Sports fanatic with a strong understanding of all major sports 

• A keen awareness of Bleacher Report’s voice - know how B/R reacts on multiple platforms when breaking news hits

• Basic photoshop design skills required

• Strong editing skills with a keen eye for punctuation and grammar is a must 

• Ability to be hyper-organized and move with speed and flexibility in periods of ambiguity

• Candidate must be based in, or willing to relocate to San Francisco or New York

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Our vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement on social media, where it consistently ranks as the No. 1 publisher. Bleacher Report also provides an industry- leading fan experience on mobile devices through our top-rated app. Find Bleacher Report on the web at www.bleacherreport.com and on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter @BleacherReport. Bleacher Report is a division of Turner Sports.

About the role:

A Content Programmer 1 is responsible for finding engaging sports content for B/R’s mobile app and website. They are tasked with covering breaking news, sending push notifications and curating content. 

Responsibilities 

• Create and send push notifications about breaking news, viral moments in sports and culture 

• Execute push notification plans around key tentpole events throughout the sports calendar

• Collaborate with social, front page teams to ensure push notification and content packaging plans are consistent across platforms

• Help establish B/R’s voice and tone on desktop and mobile channels

Requirements

• 1-3 years of sports media experience preferred

• Sports fanatic with a strong understanding of all major sports. Expertise in Fantasy Football, MLB, MMA, WWE a plus.

• A keen awareness of Bleacher Report’s voice. When breaking news happens, be expected to know how B/R reacts on multiple platforms.

• Tech savvy. It’s important that the candidate is well versed in the world of Internet sports. Monitoring Twitter, major sports sites, and other social aggregation tools are examples of activities an ideal candidate would perform on a daily basis.

• Deep understanding of current and emerging social trends.

• Possess strong writing and communication skills.  Editing skills/experience is a plus; formal editing background is not required but a keen eye for punctuation and grammar is crucial.

Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Our vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement on social media, where it consistently ranks as the No. 1 publisher. Bleacher Report also provides an industry- leading fan experience on mobile devices through our top-rated app. Find Bleacher Report on the web at www.bleacherreport.com and on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter @BleacherReport. Bleacher Report is a division of Turner Sports.

About the role:

A Content Programmer 2 is responsible for finding engaging sports content for B/R’s mobile app and website. They are in tasked with covering breaking news, sending push notifications and curating content. 

Responsibilities:

• Create and send push notifications about breaking news, viral moments in sports and culture 
• Execute push notification plans around key tentpole events throughout the sports calendar
• Collaborate with social, front page teams to ensure push notification and content packaging plans are consistent across platforms
• Help establish B/R’s voice and tone on desktop and mobile channels

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of sports media experience preferred
• Sports fanatic with a strong understanding of all major sports. Expertise in Fantasy Football, MLB, MMA, WWE a plus.
• A keen awareness of Bleacher Report’s voice. When breaking news happens, be expected to know how B/R reacts on multiple platforms.
• Tech savvy. It’s important that the candidate is well versed in the world of Internet sports. Monitoring Twitter, major sports sites, and other social aggregation tools are examples of activities an ideal candidate would perform on a daily basis.
• Deep understanding of current and emerging social trends.
• Possess strong writing and communication skills.  Editing skills/experience is a plus; formal editing background is not required but a keen eye for punctuation and grammar is crucial.

Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

POSITION:                  Creative Executive, Development, Bleacher Report

REPORTS TO:            Senior Vice President, Development, Bleacher Report

LOCATION:                 New York, NY

About Us

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Its vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through the highly addictive Bleacher Report app Follow the action at bleacherreport.com and through Instagram @BleacherReport.

The Position

The Creative Executive, Development, will be responsible for developing mid-and-long from content for Bleacher Report and external/internal third-party platforms and channels. This role will be responsible for the development of new, primarily unscripted/docuseries, but inclusive of scripted and animated series (and one-offs) for Bleacher Report. Responsibilities will include sourcing new, compelling ideas from relevant outside parties, hearing pitches, managing notes and ultimately taking projects from concept through delivery. It further includes overseeing and working in partnership with B/R’s internal Programming team as well as third party platforms and channels on all relevant creative matters relating to the development of multiple, concurrent projects.  

Requirements

• Must have a track record of success, outstanding creative judgment and taste, and the ability to deftly manage talent and producers under high-pressure conditions
• A reasonable portfolio of content achievements that speak to taste and ability to execute from ideation through delivery  
• A strong knowledge base in and passion for sports and sports storytelling
• Strong rolodex of / relationship with agents, producers, writers and production companies
• Strong relationship skills; collaborating with Programming and Production to achieve consensus and exceptional outcomes
• Critical understanding of social media, data and analytics and how they properly inform the development process
• Great eye for talent; with a strong lean towards emerging and digital first
• Superb communication, presentation, strategic, creative and storytelling skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under tight time constraints
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, driving proactive outcomes
• Proactive, tactful problem solver  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a content development executive
• BA/BS degree required

Compensation

B/R intends to attract a truly awesome Creative Executive, Development, and is prepared to offer an attractive compensation package including an attractive base salary.

POSITION:                   Creative Executive, Development, Bleacher Report

REPORTS TO:             Senior Vice President, Development, Bleacher Report

LOCATION:                  Las Vegas, NV

About Us

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Its vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through the highly addictive Bleacher Report app Follow the action at bleacherreport.com and through Instagram @BleacherReport.

The Position

The Creative Executive, Development, will be responsible for developing mid-and-long from content for Bleacher Report and external/internal third-party platforms and channels. This role will be responsible for the development of new, primarily unscripted/docuseries, but inclusive of scripted and animated series (and one-offs) for Bleacher Report. Responsibilities will include sourcing new, compelling ideas from relevant outside parties, hearing pitches, managing notes and ultimately taking projects from concept through delivery. It further includes overseeing and working in partnership with B/R’s internal Programming team as well as third party platforms and channels on all relevant creative matters relating to the development of multiple, concurrent projects.  

Requirements

• Must have a track record of success, outstanding creative judgment and taste, and the ability to deftly manage talent and producers under high-pressure conditions
• A reasonable portfolio of content achievements that speak to taste and ability to execute from ideation through delivery  
• A strong knowledge base in and passion for sports and sports storytelling
• Strong rolodex of / relationship with agents, producers, writers and production companies
• Strong relationship skills; collaborating with Programming and Production to achieve consensus and exceptional outcomes
• Critical understanding of social media, data and analytics and how they properly inform the development process
• Great eye for talent; with a strong lean towards emerging and digital first
• Superb communication, presentation, strategic, creative and storytelling skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under tight time constraints
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, driving proactive outcomes
• Proactive, tactful problem solver  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a content development executive
• BA/BS degree required

Compensation

B/R intends to attract a truly awesome Creative Executive, Development, and is prepared to offer an attractive compensation package including an attractive base salary.

Overview: 

Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is one of Turner's leading digital businesses. It is the site of choice for the next generation of sports fans. B/R attracts millions of sports fans every month with its fun, comprehensive and entertaining national and team-based content. Since being acquired by Turner Sports in August 2012, the company has gained all the advantages of a large media company while maintaining its vibrant start-up culture.

About the Role:

B/R is seeking a quality editor to review content (text, video, social) for placement in high-profile programming channels, such as the site’s home page, the B/R app and major social platforms.

Quality editors are responsible for reviewing all content bound for these channels, assuring the highest quality in regard to brand reputation, analytical arguments, factual/statistical support, copy editing, multimedia elements and formatting prior to approval.

Quality editors must also communicate efficiently and effectively across teams to field requests and fix substantive issues. Successful candidates will possess the right balance of sports expertise, prior editing experience, familiarity with established editorial standards and practices, exceptional communication skills, and dedication to the team's mission to grow and protect the site. All candidates will have to pass an editing test to be considered for an interview.

This is a full-time, long-term position requiring a flexible work schedule, including the ability and willingness to work nights and weekends. Proximity to the Bleacher Report offices in New York City or San Francisco is preferred but not required, as work on nights and weekends would most likely be performed from home. 

Interested applicants should submit a resume AND a cover letter describing their specific qualifications for the position. Applicants who do not include a cover letter with their resume will NOT be considered.

Required skills/experience

• Prior editing experience in sports journalism
• Expert knowledge in all or most of the major U.S. and European sports covered by Bleacher Report
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Experience with all forms of digital and social media; ability to quickly fact-check content and evaluate the credibility of source material
• Positive attitude, patient demeanor and ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to multi-task without sacrificing attention to detail
• Proficiency with the following (or similar) resources: Gmail, Slack, Google Hangout, Google Docs/Forms
• Degree in journalism, English, communication studies or related field

Preferred skills/experience

• Three to five years of experience in sports media. Knowledge of social media strategies an added plus
• Direct prior experience or familiarity with Bleacher Report content, writers and programming channels (B/R app, social media pages, site homepage, newsletters, etc.)

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

We are the social voice of sports creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Its vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through the highly addictive Bleacher Report app. Follow the action at bleacherreport. com and through Instagram @BleacherReport.

About The Role

The Social Producer for the Social Moments Real Time team will be responsible for managing the day-to-day coverage of all of the teams real-time, high-level content executions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading teams of editors, designers to help shape content to match creative vision

• Contributing ideas for day-to-day creation of content

• Spending time working with illustrators, animators and other independent contractors to create engaging content for the most important moments in sports

• Compiling notes to guide content though the back end of production.

• Coordinating with other branches of B/R’s social departments, sales, marketing team to execute against major tentpole events. 

About You

• Must have a deep understanding of content creation in the social space, social media platforms, and sports news 

• Must have experience managing large sports brand social media accounts

• Must multiple years of project management experience, particularly around social content.

• 3+ years experience in journalism/sports

• Must have extensive knowledge of internet sports culture 

• Experience executing and innovating creative multimedia projects with a team

• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays.

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

Bleacher Report is the social voice of sports – creating and collaborating on the culture of sports for the next generation of fans. Its vision for making sports bigger than games has led to unmatched engagement on social media, where it consistently ranks as the No. 1 publisher. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through its top-rated app. In February, 2018, Bleacher Report was rated the 3rd most innovative media company in the world by Fast Company. Find Bleacher Report on the web at www.bleacherreport.com and on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter @BleacherReport. Bleacher Report is a division of Turner Sports.

The Social Stories team is looking for an experienced, dedicated NYC-based Producer to create videos for our social channels that cover a variety of sports as well as sports culture. We work in a fast-paced, 24-7 field in a laid-back environment. You'll be in a role that allows you to work with multiple groups and networks. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Pitch, plan and produce multiple videos each week for B/R’s social platforms
• Research story ideas and find supporting information efficiently
• Display a knowledge across pop culture, multiple sports and social media platforms
• Be able to tell an effective, coherent story through video in B/R’s social voice
• Show an eagerness to learn, a hunger to work hard, and an ability to get things done
• Plan future events and story coverage in conjunction with content and programming teams
• Teach best practices to junior producers and production assistants
• Work with production leadership to schedule editing and post-production needs
• Show creativity and be a thought and idea leader

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience in video production, social video or related field
• Proven field producer with experience working with talent and interview subjects
• Strong writing and producing skills
• Expert knowledge of multiple sports and various social media platforms
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to work with production and editing staff at all levels
• Accomplished researcher and creative thinker who knows how and where to find great stories
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively and efficiently
• Knowledge of digital post-production process using Adobe and Apple software
• Final Cut or Adobe Premiere editing knowledge and understanding preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.

About Us:

House of Highlights is shaping the conversation around sports. HoH is not just a social account, but a distinctive personality that reflects, celebrates and amplifies youth culture. It is not just a social influencer: it actually influences behavior by fueling viral movements, as seen with the #DriveByDunkChallenge, the Running Man Challenge, and many more. What makes HoH so unique? The relatable, personal delivery feels as if @houseofhighlights is having a conversation with you and your friends.

About the Job:

We are looking for a Video Editor to be an integral part of House of Highlights team, specifically focusing on back-end editing for original content projects. Other responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting the entire video team on story planning, pitch process, and new segments.
• Graphic and photo organization, edit with Photoshop
• Performing heavy editing work, compiling notes and doing string outs to guide content through the back end of production.

When submitting application, it is highly recommended to submit past examples of work and/or a reel.

Additional qualifications we're looking for in you: 

• Minimum 1 year of Video Production experience
• Passion for youth culture, sports, and digital media
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and web publishing skills
• Deep understanding of content created specifically for social media, particularly IG and YouTube
• Ability to work in a team environment with flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends
• Energetic and enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working under pressure
• Bachelor’s degree 

Please submit a resume and state your level of sports knowledge within any or all major sports.

Bleacher Report is a division of Turner. Turner and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Turner and its subsidiaries are E-Verify users.