Operation SportsWe're expanding Curveball, our sports-adjacent pop culture vertical, and we're hiring writers who know how to write for NewsBreak.Curveball covers the side of sports that lives off the field: athlete lifestyle, sports-related celebrities, relationships, culture, and timely stories that sit at the intersection of sports and pop culture. This role is ideal for writers who understand what resonates with the NewsBreak audience and can consistently turn trending sports moments into high-performing lifestyle content.This is a remote freelance or hourly role, open to both part-time and full-time contributors depending on region.What You'll Be WritingSports-adjacent pop culture and athlete lifestyle storiesCelebrity relationships, viral moments, controversies, and cultural conversations tied to sportsTimely, trend-driven content optimized specifically for the NewsBreak audienceWhat We're Looking ForProven experience writing sports-adjacent pop culture or athlete lifestyle contentStrong understanding of NewsBreak's audience and content styleAbility to write fast, clear, engaging stories with strong hooksComfort working in a deadline-driven environmentFamiliarity with digital publishing best practicesNice to HavePrevious experience writing for NewsBreak or similar aggregation platformsBackground in sports, entertainment, or celebrity newsAbility to spot trends early and pitch timely story ideasWhy CurveballCurveball is a growing vertical within the Operation Sports ecosystem, offering consistent publishing opportunities and a clear editorial lane. Writers who perform well will have opportunities for increased volume and long-term collaboration.