Role Overview
The Athletic is hiring a Contract Event Programmer (Remote). This is a contract remote role, with the team based in United States. posted 4 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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About Us
Powered by one of the largest global newsrooms in sports media, The Athletic brings sports fans the most comprehensive stories about the teams, sports and athletes they love. The Athletic’s newsroom of 500+ full-time staff delivers in-depth coverage of hundreds of professional and college teams across more than 47 North American markets and all 20 football clubs in the English Premier League, as well as many Championship clubs.
About the Role
The Athletic is seeking a Contract Event Programmer to develop and execute compelling programming for our live events. This role will work closely with our newsroom, editorial leadership, and commercial and creative development teams to shape conversations, identify talent, and bring our journalism off the page and onto the stage.
This is a highly collaborative, creative role for someone who understands the sports landscape, thrives at the intersection of media and live experiences, has experience sourcing and managing talent, and framing and producing high-level conversations - from top-tier athletes and journalists to emerging voices in the industry.
This is a freelance, project-based position supporting key tentpole events throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Contract Event Programmer (Remote) position at The Athletic?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to The Athletic. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Contract Event Programmer (Remote) role at The Athletic remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in United States, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Contract Event Programmer (Remote) at The Athletic earn?
The Athletic has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Contract Event Programmer (Remote) role at The Athletic posted?
This role was posted on June 11, 2026 (29 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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