Kroenke Sports Enterprises is hiring: Associate Editor - In Fisherman in Baxter

Job Title: Associate Editor, In-Fisherman

Department: 17856 Editorial 330

Business Unit: Outdoor Sportsman Group

Location: Baxter, Minnesota

Reports To: Editor in Chief

Employment Type: Full Time – Salaried – Exempt

Supervisor Position: No

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.

In-Fisherman is the world’s leading publication covering all things freshwater fishing across its widely-read magazine, website and television show, which ranks among the longest-running fishing shows in history. The brand will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025 and we are hiring an Associate Editor to work with our existing team to further develop cutting-edge content across all of our media platforms.

Examples of work performed:

• Write and/or edit articles as needed, including feature stories and columns for the magazine, special-interest publications, and digital platforms.
• Proofread at each stage of copy production. Check for grammar, punctuation, usage, capitalization, style, layout, format, inconsistencies, redundancies and verifies facts as needed.
• Assign articles as needed, in collaboration with the Editor In Chief and Digital Content Manager.
• Participate in hosting television show segments as needed.
• Participate in developing engaging content for social-media platforms.
• Monitor compliance with editorial production schedules.
• Shoot high-quality photography suitable for publication in print and online, as well as short-form video for use in social-media posts.
• Assist with developing content that aligns with the business goals and objectives of the brand and company.
• Participate in developing engaging content for website, including articles, podcasts, and short videos as needed.
• Assist in ensuring legal compliance of content (e.g., copyright and data protection).
• Represent In-Fisherman at company functions, trade shows, and industry events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• At In-Fisherman, we take fishing seriously because our readers and viewers do, too. That means there will be days spent on the water (big and small) either in a boat or kayak chasing all varieties of freshwater fish.

Qualifications:

• Minimum
  1. BS/BA degree in field or related field, such as Journalism, English or Communications.
  2. 3-5 years of experience in writing and editing
  3. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Preferred

1. Writing and editing experience in outdoors/fishing/hunting categories

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Solid writing, editing, and proofing skills.
• Able to multitask and be accurate under tight deadlines.
• Able to collaborate as an effective team member.
• Able to communicate clearly.
• Knowledge of and interest in the outdoors, especially freshwater fishing.
• Must have a strong work ethic and a passion for searching out errors and correcting grammar.
• Must have the ability to reprioritize tasks according to changing demands.
• Ability to learn new programs, processes, and systems quickly.
• Experience using Apple computers, Microsoft Office (Exchange, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive) and InDesign.
• Knowledge of social media platforms.

Benefits Include:

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K/Employer Match

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.