DraftKings is seeking a Freelance Contractor Writer/Editor to contribute written content on day, nights and/or weekend shifts across its many platforms. As a writer with DraftKings, you will bring strong journalistic practices to a growing group of writers, editors, and content creators. A strong understanding of all the major sports is required, in addition to creating breaking news content with an eye toward breaking down impact/analysis as it pertains to our core products (DFS, sports betting, Pick6). Sound like a good fit for you? Join us.
What you’ll do as a Contractor Writer:
Deliver editorial content, shaping a consistent voice and tone for the site.
Complete assigned long-form content on DFS & sports betting picks for all major sports on DK Network.
Create analysis and reactionary articles and blurbs on breaking news, notes, and injuries.
What skills you will use:
Ideally, you have 2+ years of experience on the written side of a major journalistic enterprise.
Extremely strong knowledge of core journalistic/reporting frameworks.
Deep comfort with the world of fantasy sports, sports betting and with the sports entertainment space overall.
Significant work experience in a fast-paced newsroom with high production targets.
Strong organizational skills critical; must be able to juggle multiple pieces of news or content.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate with others in a team.
Sports Journalism degree preferred.
Who are we a good fit for?
We love working with talented people but more than that, we seek out compassionate co-workers with a collaborative spirit. Our work moves quickly and we’re great at coming together to find creative solutions to some of tech’s most interesting problems. If that sounds good to you, join us. You may be required to become licensed through applicable regulatory agencies.