Deputy Sports Editor

Deputy Sports Editor role at California Post

California Post seeks a dedicated Deputy Sports Editor to lead sports coverage in one of the world’s most vibrant sporting cities. The role reports to the Sports Editor and will manage day‑to‑day operations of the sports desk, mentor reporters, and shape the agenda across digital and print.

$/yr – $/yr

• Support the Sports Editor in overseeing all sports coverage for the California Post
• Manage the daily workflow of the sports desk, setting priorities, assigning stories, and ensuring deadlines are met
• Edit, polish, and elevate copy to meet the Post’s standards of clarity, impact, and voice
• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to reporters and columnists, helping them sharpen their coverage and source stories
• Identify stories, trends, and cultural moments that matter to LA sports fans
• Collaborate with the Sports Editor on shaping coverage strategies to ensure the Post is setting the pace, not following the pack
• Work closely with photo, design, video, and digital teams to package stories in creative, engaging ways
• Partner with the audience development team to expand the reach of our sports coverage across digital and social platforms
• Monitor analytics and audience insights to help refine coverage and grow readership

• At least 7 years of professional sports journalism experience, including newsroom leadership or editing experience
• Strong editing and headline‑writing skills, with the ability to sharpen copy quickly under deadline pressure
• Proven knowledge of Los Angeles and national sports, with strong instincts for what stories will resonate with fans
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced newsroom environment
• Experience mentoring and guiding reporters to deliver impactful coverage
• Proficiency with Word Press or similar CMS platforms; familiarity with digital workflows
• Strong understanding of social media and audience engagement strategies
• Collaborative spirit with excellent communication and organizational skills
• A passion for sports and the storytelling that brings fans closer to the teams, players, and culture they care about

Note: This role will be expected to report on‑site 5 days per week.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, please include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.

At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. Our ranges reflect a good faith estimate to pay fairly based on candidate experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may be relevant during the interview process.

In addition to compensation, the company provides eligible employees a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, including physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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