Sports Designer/Copy Editor

Job Overview We’re looking for a Sports Designer/Copy Editor to take our sports presence to the next level. Join a passionate team of sports enthusiasts who eat, sleep, and breathe the game — on the field, on the court, and online. Love sports, editing and design? The New York Post is looking for a creative playmaker to join our Sports Desk! If you’ve got an eye for bold layouts, a knack for headline writing, and thrive under pressure, this gig puts you right in the action. Bring your flair for visual storytelling to one of the most iconic newsrooms in the game. Application Instructions Please submit work samples or a portfolio link for consideration. Responsibilities Daily, create visually compelling pages for the print sports section, using Methode publishing system and InDesign Create graphics, utilize photos, and other design elements to improve storytelling on sports pages Edit and proofread sports articles - game stories, features, columns, breaking news - for grammar, punctuation, spelling and style. Write accurate and entertaining headlines that capture the NY Post voice. Stay updated with design trends and share new ideas. Requirements 4+ years of experience in print media (at least 2 years in sports). Strong layout/design skills Proficient in InDesign and ability to also work with Methode publishing platform Keen eye for detail to ensure error‑free and polished designs and pages. Stellar editing chops, including a nose for news and a practiced copy‑editing eye Proven ability to write accurate, attention‑grabbing headlines. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. A willingness to work hard, be proactive and multi‑task in a deadline‑driven environment Keen interest and knowledge of sports, particularly around the New York teams. Must be able to work nights and weekends Work Schedule Note: The NY Post adheres to an on‑site work model. The shift schedule for this role will be 4 p.m.-12 a.m. EST and will be expected to work one weekend day. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates. Compensation & Benefits Base Pay Range: 75,000 - 85,000 We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. For bonus‑eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions. For benefits‑eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr