Football Editor

Stats Perform; München; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading sports tech company in Munich seeks a Data Insights Editor to create editorial content focused on football data. The role requires fluency in German and English, excellent knowledge of European football, and the ability to work under pressure. This position offers flexibility, including remote work and varying hours. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment and contribute creatively to innovative data products.

Leistungen

Mental Health Days Off

Flexible working schedules

No Meeting Fridays

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in German and English.
• Excellent knowledge of European football, mainly Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and UEFA club competitions.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a highly pressurised environment.

Aufgaben

• Create content for clients in the sports media industry using the Opta database.
• Liaise with international Data Insights teams for content workflow.
• Innovate with new ideas for data storytelling.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German and English

Knowledge of European football

Data-focused editorial content creation

Understanding of raw data

Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Creative and flexible solutions

Social media awareness

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting. Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting. Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine.

We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Working in a fast-paced environment, a Data Insights Editor’s main role is to create original content, answer requests and provide support for a variety of clients in an ever-changing marketplace. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with internal partners and show proactivity in their approach with external clients. This role will be primarily remote but will also take place in our clients' offices and studios during live coverage. It includes flexible working hours in the evenings and at weekends.

How do we add value?

• Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.
• Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.
• The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.
• Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Responsibilities

• As part of the Data Insights team, you will use your excellent knowledge of domestic and international men’s and women’s football to create content for a range of clients in the sports media industry, with the help of the Opta database.
• You will liaise with our international Data Insights teams to ensure a smooth workflow of content.
• Content creation as part of a team that produces social media content.
• Innovate and display creativity with new ideas on how to use data and enhance its story-telling capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Fluent in German and English
• Excellent knowledge of European football, mainly Germany, Switzerland, Austria and UEFA club competitions.
• The ability to produce data-focused editorial content and reports to a high standard.
• Understanding of how raw data can be turned into compelling insight and sharable content.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) is essential.
• Willingness to fit the sports schedule, working ‘shift based’ role, featuring weekend and night work. Must also be flexible and adaptable to the changing demands of the role in a diverse and multicultural global environment.
• Ability to work well to tight deadlines in a highly pressurised environment.
• Ability to offer creative and flexible solutions to help develop new ideas and shape innovative data-led products.
• Awareness & understanding of social media.

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more!

We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.

We take care of our colleagues

We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, ‘No Meeting Fridays,’ and flexible working schedules.

We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all.

We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize our 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values.

With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.