Freelance Writer - Sports Content
About Us
We’re looking for strong sports writers who can turn real knowledge into compelling stories. At Venuse, we create sports content that reaches millions — from YouTube mini-documentaries to other digital formats — and we’re expanding quickly across multiple verticals. Venuse is a rapidly growing digital media company producing content in multiple formats, working with everybody from creators and startups at the beginning of their journey, to global leaders in their fields. We pride ourselves on building content that resonates with a wide variety of audiences around the world. For this role, we’re looking for someone to join our writing team to focus on one of our core specialties: sports scripts for YouTube and other digital content formats. Our faceless mini-documentaries marry deep sports knowledge and compelling storytelling to transform powerful scripts into engaging content for millions of fans. Role Overview We’re seeking a strong writer with proven sports knowledge and a knack for storytelling. This is a remote writing position where you’ll be given structured briefs and tasked with delivering polished scripts designed for video.
What You'll Do
- Write clear, engaging scripts based on provided sports briefs
- Capture the flow and rhythm of a mini-documentary script designed for YouTube
- Transform stats, history, and context into compelling narratives
- Deliver clean, professional copy on deadline
What We're Looking For
- Strong sports knowledge overall (teams, players, history, culture)
- Familiarity with football (NFL/college), soccer (global), or baseball is a plus
- Strong storytelling instincts to make sports moments resonate as stories
- Excellent command of grammar, clarity, and pacing
- Reliability and responsiveness in remote work
- Ability to write independently without reliance on AI tools — all submitted work must reflect your own original writing
NIce-to-Have
- Writing samples, especially sports or storytelling work (not required, but welcome)
Process
- To apply, complete the form below
- Only applicants who complete the form will be considered
- Shortlisted applicants will receive one or more sports briefs and be invited to turn them into short scripts as part of the process. Candidates are welcome to complete multiple briefs.
Why Venuse
- Opportunity to contribute to content watched by large sports audiences
- Build your portfolio in digital storytelling with professional guidance
- Join a creative company doing work across the sports landscape, and beyond
- Direct guidance and feedback from Venuse’s Head of Content to help you refine your craft
- A focus on helping writers grow — not just in assignments, but as storytellers and professionals
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the following form: https://bit.ly/venuse-writer-1 Applications submitted through LinkedIn will not be considered. Venuse is committed to equal opportunity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.