Head of Sports

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and s hoppability.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.

Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.

The Role

Complex is seeking a Head of Sports to lead our Sports team to cover sports for Complex.com in a way that aligns with our brand and audience. Reporting to the Director of Content Strategy, the Head of Sports will manage a team of three consisting of an Editor, a Social Editor, and a Writer/Creator. They should have a robust knowledge of sports in general, with particular focus on the NBA, NFL, and the off-field lifestyle angle. Requirements include 2+ years of team management experience, 4+ years of writing and reporting experience, social media proficiency, and a deep understanding of culture and sports.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all Sports content and strategy across platforms, including editorial features, social, short-form video, and social media.
• Manage a team of writers, editors, producers, and content creators.
• Work with the content leadership team to lead our Sports vertical strategy, ensuring we have timely and consistent coverage, quality commentary and analysis, and content that creates conversation in the world of Sports and Culture.
• Help guide voice and vision for Complex Sports.
• Curate taste and tone of channel to ensure both are on-brand.
• Knowledgeable about how sports and culture intersects, passionate about telling stories that will outpace our competitors.
• Conceptualize strategies to best distribute content via our networks, from social media to video properties.
• Establish priority subjects and categories for coverage.
• Spearhead innovation in story ideation and storytelling.
• Communicate with other departments to develop stories, strategize coverage, and spearhead new ways to attract loyal readers.
• Communicate with the Branded Content team on sponsorable channel-related projects.
• Provide creative input and monetization strategy around sponsorship packages and inclusions on channel-related Sales asks.
• Help mentor junior staff to further their growth as skilled editors, reporters, and brand ambassadors for Complex.
  
  

Requirements

• 2-3+ years of experience managing a team and 4+ years of writing and reporting experience at a publisher or website
• Social media experience strongly preferred
• A deep knowledge of Sports and athletes relevant to Complex
• Always-on approach to work and the ability to lead and inspire a team to keep pace with the internetInterested in the culture around sports as much as the sport itself.
• Possess a deep understanding of all social media platforms. (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat)
• Demonstrable commitment to accuracy; fact-checking or copy-editing background a plusMust be comfortable working with a broad range of cross-functional staff—junior to senior, editorial, analytics, design, etc.
• Must be willing to work nights and occasional weekends/holidays for coverage of live events
• Excellent organizational and time management skills—ability to perform in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, and think quickly and strategically to meet tight deadlines
• Strong understanding of analytics and social media trends across platforms
• Remain up-to-date on what our competitive set is doing to ensure that our lane isn’t being stepped on
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
  
  

What We Offer

• Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Commuter Benefits FSA
• Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• 401k with 4% match
• Pet Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Plans
• Vacation time and sick days
  
  

$90,000 - $100,000 a year

The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Complex Total Rewards offerings for employees.

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