Content Creator - FloTrack

FloSports is a global sports media company transforming how fans watch and engage with live sports. Through exclusive partnerships and dedicated platforms, FloSports serves die-hard communities in more than 25 sports—many of which are overlooked by traditional media. With over 50,000 live events streamed annually and a growing library of original programming, FloSports is reshaping the sports media landscape for passionate fans worldwide.

We’re a team of builders, storytellers, and sports fanatics working to spotlight the moments and athletes that matter most—and we're just getting started.

THE ROLE: 

FloSports is looking to bring on a Content Creator /  Associate Content Creator (title and role dependent on experience) for FloTrack who is dedicated to our mission of providing the track and field / elite running community the coverage they deserve. The ideal candidate lives and breathes track and field / elite running, has professional or extensive personal content creation experience, and is able to bring their innovative and impactful story ideas to life through written and video content with a heavy emphasis on social media and platform-specific content.

Candidates must be passionate about and have existing influence within the track and field / elite running communities, have a nose for compelling storylines, and understand how to grow your voice as an authority in these communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create compelling, platform-specific content—video, graphics, and written—that resonates with the target audience and maximizes engagement.

• Spotlight the top athletes, personalities and trends in track and field / elite running with interesting stories.

• Contribute to management of FloTrack’s social media content calendar.

• Travel the world to lead amazing coverage of live events; conducting interviews, chasing big stories and giving fans a front-row seat to the action.

• Work with your team in content creation meetings, brainstorming to come up with strategies that grow and engage the community.

• Keep a pulse on the fans and key figures in track and field / elite running in order to constantly improve by eliciting and listening to feedback from your audience.  

• Handle multiple content projects at once because you're a multi-tasking machine that can be relied on.

• Be a news hound by staying on top of every story and news item unfolding in track and field to ensure you provide comprehensive coverage to your readers.

• Support MileSplit’s high school-focused national content on ad hoc basis

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• You are an authority on track and field / elite running, and you’re obsessive about staying on top of the latest developments.

• You enjoy being in front of the camera and using your unique personality to build relationships with athletes, coaches, fans, and other stakeholders in the community.

• You produce authentic and accurate copy that compels people to engage with your content. Grammar mistakes drive you crazy.

• You love the feeling of breaking news before anyone else, but you also understand that being right is more important than being first.

• You are organized. You know how to prioritize your time. You manage multiple projects with ease.

• You are creative and analytical. You enjoy coming up with unique takes on stories and refuse to do something that has been done before. You thrive on taking an idea and making it a reality.

• You're a social media savant with a strong understanding of major social media platforms, their unique features, and best practices for content distribution. You know how to develop creative and engaging social content that resonates in your community.

• You have a proven track record of creating engaging social media content and growing audience engagement.

• You work well with management, but you’re also capable of doing stuff on your own.

• You wake up each day looking for a win. You can't wait to create new ideas and then execute them to perfection. You are competitive and driven to be the best.

BONUS POINTS 

• You have relationships with key stakeholders in the industry, i.e. athletes, coaches, agents, event directors, shoe companies.

• Candidate is prepared to share a portfolio and samples outlining accomplishments. 

• You have a bachelor's degree from a four-year college in a related field.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

FloSports exists to elevate the communities, athletes, and sports that have too often been overlooked. That mission starts with our own team. We believe that a diverse, inclusive workplace—one where different perspectives are sought out, heard, and valued—is essential to building a company that can truly serve the full spectrum of sports fans.

We are committed to creating a fair and equitable environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. To help mitigate bias and expand opportunity, FloSports uses a blind recruiting process that supports more objective, inclusive hiring decisions. We’re intentional in our practices because we believe the best ideas and innovations come from teams that reflect the diversity of the world around us.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman

• Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule

• All-hands events hosted annually in beautiful Austin, Texas

• Annual equity awards for all top performers

• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

• Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance

• Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately

• Progressive parental leave policies

• Flexible paid time off

• Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events

• Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach

• Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week