New York Post is hiring : Deputy Sports Editor, The California Post in California

Overview The California Post is seeking a Deputy Sports Editor to help lead our sports coverage in Los Angeles. Reporting to the Sports Editor, the Deputy Sports Editor will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operation of the sports desk — from managing reporters, to ensuring our content is at a high standard.

Base pay range : $100,000.00 / yr - $130,000.00 / yr

The California Post will bring The New York Post’s DNA of powerful journalism to the West Coast and serve as a bold voice for sports in Los Angeles and beyond.

Responsibilities Support the Sports Editor in overseeing all sports coverage for the California Post

Manage the daily workflow of the sports desk, set priorities, assign stories, and ensure 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

Identify stories, trends, and cultural moments that matter to LA sports fans

Collaborate with the Sports Editor on shaping coverage strategies to set the pace in the market

Work with photo, design, video, and digital teams to package stories in creative, engaging ways

Partner with the audience development team to expand reach of sports coverage across digital and social platforms

Monitor analytics and audience insights to refine coverage and grow readership

Requirements 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 instincts for what stories will resonate with fans

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced newsroom

Experience mentoring reporters to deliver impactful coverage

Proficiency with WordPress or similar CMS; 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 storytelling that connects fans to teams, players, and culture

Notes : The New York Post Media Group adheres to a hybrid work model. This role is expected to report to the office 4 days per week (subject to change based on business needs).

EEO and Benefits : The New York Post is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified applicants as required by law.

Pay Range : $100,000 - $130,000

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