PENN Entertainment, Inc. is North America’s leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver the experiences people want, how and where they want them.
We’re always on the lookout for those who are passionate about creating and delivering cutting-edge online gaming and sports media products. Whether it’s through Hollywood Casino, theScore Bet Sportsbook, or theScore media app, we’re excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible. These state-of-the-art platforms are powered by proprietary in-house technology, a key component of PENN’s omnichannel gaming and entertainment strategy.
When you join PENN Entertainment’s digital team, you’ll not only work on these cutting-edge platforms through theScore and PENN Interactive, but you’ll also be part of a company that truly cares about your career growth. We’re committed to supporting you as you expand your skills and explore new opportunities.
With locations throughout North America, you can build a future at PENN Entertainment wherever you are. If you want to challenge conventions in gaming, media and entertainment, we want to talk to you.
About the Team
We’re seeking a passionate News Editor who can contribute to theScore’s industry-leading mobile sports experience. Catering to theScore’s die-hard user base, the News Editor will produce written articles and curate both video and social media content to deliver the news and analysis fans crave. The ideal candidate operates with a digital-first mindset and can deliver clean, concise breaking news copy on deadline in addition to engrossing headlines and push alerts. The News Editor will also be tasked with delivering informative, entertaining, and thoughtful feature content as required.
About the Work
- Monitor breaking news and trending content across the sports landscape, using news judgement and consulting with Supervising Editors to identify the most pertinent items.
- Write informative and engaging breaking news articles and headlines/captions which accurately summarize storylines as they unfold.
- Live coverage of games and key events throughout the sports calendar.
- Produce engaging push alert copy that communicates vital breaking news, must-see video, and must-read featured analysis.
- Curate news feeds with a mix of news articles from a variety of sources along with video and social media content.
- Pitch and execute featured content related to sports events and news items. E.g., Winners and losers from NBA free agency; Every NFL team’s biggest question mark entering training camp; 10 rising soccer talents ready for superstardom
- Other duties as required.
About You
- Extensive knowledge of major sports, including: teams, players, stats, history, economics, etc.
- Knowledge of international soccer leagues, teams and players strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of modern digital journalism, social media, and the mobile landscape.
- Previous experience as a news editor and/or writer in a post-secondary or professional newsroom setting is preferred.
- A degree in journalism is preferred.
- Ability to work under pressure and confidently make immediate editorial judgments in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Ability to write news, headlines, and feature content on deadline with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills; ability to be impactful in a large environment.
- Available and prepared to work weekends, evenings.
What We Offer - Competitive compensation package
- Education and conference reimbursements
- Opportunities for career progression and mentoring others
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Penn Interactive is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Penn Interactive provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Penn Interactive provides best-in-class benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
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