Digital Sports Journalist: Live-Blog & Features

Sky UK; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports media company in the UK is seeking a content writer to join their team. The successful candidate will write vibrant digital content for various sports, focusing on delivery to tight deadlines. Core responsibilities include ghost-writing for sports talent and collaborating with multiple teams. Ideal applicants will be NCTJ qualified or equivalent, with a strong knowledge of sports, especially golf, and experience in sports journalism. This role offers competitive rewards and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Exclusive Sky VIP rewards

Subsidised gym and restaurants

Qualifications

• Knowledge of a range of sports, particularly golf.
• Experience in a quick-paced work environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams and adhere to guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Write articles for the Sky Sports website and app across a range of sports.
• Deliver vibrant digital sports content focusing on Sky's core sports excluding football.
• Ghost-write for Sky Sports talent and collaborate to produce consistent content.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrable passion for and knowledge of sport

Ability to write for different types of copy

Experience writing at a national or international level

Professional sports journalism experience

Strong work ethic and proactive attitude

Education

NCTJ qualified or equivalent

Job description

A leading sports media company in the UK is seeking a content writer to join their team. The successful candidate will write vibrant digital content for various sports, focusing on delivery to tight deadlines. Core responsibilities include ghost-writing for sports talent and collaborating with multiple teams. Ideal applicants will be NCTJ qualified or equivalent, with a strong knowledge of sports, especially golf, and experience in sports journalism. This role offers competitive rewards and a dynamic work environment.