Managing Editor, Daily Desk
This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of breaking news and strategic editorial planning for a premier sports media outlet. The position is critical for maintaining a seamless 24/7 global news cycle, requiring a blend of sharp news instincts and sophisticated organizational skills. It offers the rare opportunity to shape the daily output of a 500-person newsroom while working remotely.
The Athletic
San Francisco, California, United States · Posted 29 April 2026
The role
Overview
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About The Athletic
The Athletic is a large employer working in sports media, based in San Francisco, California, United States.
Sports Media
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San Francisco, California, United States
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Directing the daily editorial workflow and newsroom coordination
- Planning coverage for major sporting events and breaking news moments
- Editing high-priority stories and coaching desk editors on quality
- Collaborating with various sport-specific verticals to assess coverage needs
- Managing the hand-off and synchronization between US and London editorial teams
Essential
- Mastery of news judgment and editorial coordination
- Ability to manage 24/7 news cycles across different time zones
- Expertise in editing for accuracy, clarity, and thoroughness
- Experience coaching and developing other editors
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Strong advocacy for urgent and timely journalism
Preferred
- Experience working in a large-scale, global digital newsroom
- Deep knowledge of both North American sports and international football
- Proven track record of managing remote editorial teams
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Competitive employer-contributed medical insurance
- Dental and vision coverage
- Basic life and disability insurance
- Health and wellness savings accounts
- Childcare expense accounts
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- 15 days of accrued vacation to start
- 12 paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Up to 20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
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