What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Writer, Editorial position at LIV Golf?
Role Objective
Senior Writer, Editorial is primarily responsible for providing written content on LIV Golf digital platforms, contributing to social and broadcast platforms when appropriate, supporting League initiatives and messaging for the Communications team while working closely with the Editorial Director to fulfill content needs and requests
Responsibilities
- Provide stories on the LIV Golf League competition, including news developments, previews, recaps, and other features to highlight the innovative approach to pro golf
- Supply stories that inform and educate LIV Golf fans on the unique aspects of the team and individual competitions, including season-long points races, promotion/relegation
- Produce content that promotes the LIV Golf Fantasy game and other gaming initiatives
- Write and report from an inside-the-ropes perspective, including Instruction, Equipment and Course information
- Generate off-week content that will deliver fresh news to LIV Golf fans and spin forward to generate interest in upcoming events
- Monitor and provide coverage of LIV Golf players and teams at League events, as well as appearances in International Series events, Promotion event and other high-profile tournaments, including Majors and Team Competitions
- Build connections with the 13 LIV Golf teams to help tell their beyond-the-ropes stories and promote their initiatives
- Provide stories promoting the impact programs from a League perspective and the team level
- Supply content to support successful projects across LIV Golf departments, including charity, ticketing, apparel, event presentation and other key areas and business objectives
- Furnish content in other League areas and on various content platforms as needed
- Support Editorial, Communications and Digital initiatives as needed
Experience
- 5 years in golf media, proven experience writing editorial golf content
Required Skills
- Superior written and reporting skills required
- Ability to interact with golfers, caddies, and support staff
- Knowledge of style and grammar, particularly from a golf perspective
- Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Excel, Google docs etc.
- Digital production experience in Content Management Systems a plus
- High level of detail in a fast-paced environment
- Creative storytelling
- Global travel required
LIV Golf Investments is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeships. LIV Golf Investments makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
