Editorial Researcher, CBS Sports Golazo Network (Freelance)

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CBS Sports Golazo Network is seeking an Editorial Researcher to support coverage across its growing portfolio of soccer properties. Based in Stamford, CT, this role will combine research, editorial, and production responsibilities to support live match coverage, studio programming, news gathering, and original content initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses deep soccer knowledge, strong editorial instincts, excellent writing skills, and the ability to identify and develop compelling storylines in a fast-paced environment. Working closely with producers, talent, news editors, and fellow researchers, this person will help shape coverage through research, scriptwriting, editorial planning, and real-time support for live events. The position requires a deep understanding of the global soccer landscape, including women's and men’s competitions, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Candidates must be available to work full-time hours in the Stamford, CT, office. Nights, holidays and weekends are to be expected. The pay range is $24-28 per hour, equivalent to approximately $49,920 - 58,240 annually.

Responsibilities:

• Support editorial coverage across all CBS Sports Golazo Network soccer properties, including live matches, studio programming and digital platforms.
• Monitor breaking news, social media, press conferences, and industry reporting to identify emerging storylines, trends, and developments across the global soccer landscape.
• Develop and deliver editorial packets, talent notes, and production materials that feature statistical research, analytical context, storylines, profiles, historical perspectives, and key match information.
• Write scripts, teasers, headlines, talking points, and other editorial content for studio shows, live events, and soccer news programming.
• Collaborate with producers, talent, news editors, and fellow researchers to identify, prioritize, and develop compelling stories for coverage.
• Support live match and studio productions by providing real-time editorial guidance, research, statistical support, and breaking news updates.
• Anticipate and develop storylines before and during live events, identifying trends, notable performances, and key discussion points for on-air coverage.
• Generate creative ideas for graphics, video elements, rankings, explainers, and other editorial content that enhance storytelling and audience engagement.
• Curate and create content for digital and FAST platforms, including countdowns, rankings, feature concepts, and news-driven programming.
• Research and synthesize information from statistical databases, league and team resources, social media platforms, press conferences, and news outlets to support accurate and timely storytelling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with producers, talent, graphics teams, video teams, and other content creators to ensure editorial alignment across productions.
• Utilize advanced metrics, data, and historical research to develop unique angles and provide deeper context around teams, players, competitions, and storylines.
• Contribute to coverage planning for major soccer events and tentpole properties, including men's and women's competitions at the domestic and international levels.
• Help shape editorial priorities and coverage strategies by exercising strong news judgment and identifying stories that resonate with CBS Sports audiences. Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a high standard of accuracy, creativity, and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of soccer is highly desired.
• Minimum 1 year of research experience (strong internships considered).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience covering or following women's and men’s soccer and international club competitions.
• Proven ability to operate as both a researcher and an editorial contributor, capable of developing storylines, writing content, supporting coverage decisions, and thriving in a fast-paced live production environment
• Experience supporting live sports productions, studio programming, or other broadcast environments with tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of advanced soccer metrics, analytics, and statistical tools.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated news judgment and an ability to identify timely, relevant, and impactful storylines.
• Familiarity with social media monitoring, news gathering, and real-time editorial decision-making.
• Passion for storytelling and identifying unique angles that enhance sports coverage.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and flexible hours.

CBS Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including THE NFL ON CBS; college football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR. 

In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24-hour cable home of CBS Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage. 

CBS Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on Paramount+, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE NFL for Paramount+. CBS Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $49920.0 - 58240.0. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

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