Alligator Army is hiring contributors

A brand new football season kicks off Saturday night. It’s the best time of the year, brimming with optimism, and it’s a perfect time for you to join the team at Alligator Army.

If you’re reading this, it’s safe to assume you love the Gators and the community we’ve built here at Alligator Army. Keep reading to find out if this is the right opportunity for you.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for people who are passionate about Florida athletics and have a drive to write about them.

What skills and qualifications should you have?

Ideal candidates:

• Have a passion for the Florida Gators.
• Ideally already enjoy reading, commenting, and participating in the Alligator Army community.
• Are able to produce and edit clean copy.
• Are self-starters and comfortable meeting deadlines.
• Are willing and able to help with Gators coverage on game days during the season.

Previous writing experience is strongly preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates who can bring diversity of background and/or perspective are especially encouraged to apply.

If your background and experience don’t perfectly align with every single thing we’re looking for, but you believe you have the potential to thrive in this role? That’s okay! We encourage you to apply.

How do you apply?

Please send an introductory email with the subject line “Alligator Army Contributor” and a writing sample of at least 150 words to Andy Hutchins at andrew.b.hutchins@gmail.com. (If you’ve already reached out in regards to prior calls for contributors: You should be hearing back very shortly, but you’re welcome to email again.)

If you have questions about this role, the application process, Alligator Army, or SB Nation in general, please reach out to SB Nation’s talent manager for team brands, Jeanna Thomas, at jeanna.thomas@sbnation.com.

These are contractor positions that pay monthly stipends.