Writer, EDM Oilers (Edmonton, AB, CAN)
The Athletic
Marketing & Communications
Canada
Posted on Jan 30, 2026
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About the Role
The Athletic is looking for an energetic, motivated reporter to cover the Edmonton Oilers — someone who is interested in telling unique and differentiating stories to an audience that appreciates quality above all else, as well as keeping that audience informed of all the news on the beat.
This role is based in the Edmonton area.
Responsibilities
- Excellent news sense, along with ability to build relationships with sources that ultimately lead to authoritative reporting, which allows us to break news and write revelatory stories.
- Ability to tell rich, ambitious features through deep reporting and access that takes readers beyond the superficial storylines.
- A sharp, analytical mind able to analyze a situation and add perspective.
- Attention to detail; must be meticulous and thorough when sourcing stories.
- Ability to work on a number of projects at the same time, balancing long-term projects with the need to deliver stories on a regular basis.
- Ability to write quick news stories and provide analysis for a variety of platforms, including live journalism.
- Ability and willingness to shoot video on location as part of event coverage and important stories.
- Appear on The Athletic’s shows and series network to offer analysis and insight around biggest stories on your beat.
- Creative and innovative approach to story ideation and video formats.
- Unique and strong voice both in print and video that can stand out from competitors.
- Must have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and share information.
- Desire to connect with the audience by interacting with our readers.
- Interest in internal metrics that can help understand what subscribers desire.
Requirements
- Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience at a media company.
- Thorough knowledge of the National Hockey League.
- Thorough knowledge of the journalistic process.
- Interest in — and enthusiasm for — video, as well as other journalistic platforms.
- This position is based in Edmonton.
The Athletic offers unique perks and benefits to all full-time employees based in Canada.
For international candidates: Our global benefits packages offer similar benefits and perks, competitive to the local market.
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