Senior Editor Investigative Unit

ESPN

Bristol, CT, USA
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on industry standards).
Investigative reporting and editing
Legal knowledge of libel and defamation
Collaboration with creative teams
ESPN is seeking a Senior Editor for its Investigative Unit, responsible for overseeing and producing high-stakes investigative journalism in the sports domain. The role involves managing a team of seasoned reporters, ensuring legal compliance, and collaborating closely with various departments to deliver compelling stories across ESPN's platforms

Job Summary

  • The ESPN Investigative Unit is dedicated to crafting deeply reported, multidisciplinary, and carefully edited investigative stories and profiles on vital sports topics.
  • The senior investigative editor supervises and collaborates with experienced reporters to develop and manage content for publication across all of ESPN’s platforms.
  • This management position requires regular communication with senior editors, legal departments, and top executives, balancing journalistic excellence with business sensitivities.

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ESPN is seeking a Senior Editor for its Investigative Unit, responsible for overseeing and producing high-stakes investigative journalism in the sports domain. The role involves managing a team of seasoned reporters, ensuring legal compliance, and collaborating closely with various departments to deliver compelling stories across ESPN's platforms.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • investigative reporting and editing
  • legal knowledge of libel and defamation
  • collaboration with creative teams
  • data analysis and computer-assisted reporting
  • SEO and visual storytelling proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • understanding of business needs
  • fostering relationships with new writers
  • strategic growth identification

Key Requirements

  • minimum five years' editorial/reporting experience
  • at least one year people management experience
  • undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, or related field
  • basic knowledge of open records laws

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