Freelance Researcher - Global Sports brand

Hill & Knowlton; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative agency seeks a Freelance Researcher to support a global sports brand. This role involves in-depth research on influencers and creatives, providing detailed reports on their careers and partnerships. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, along with a keen understanding of social media dynamics. Join a dynamic team where creativity meets strategy, and contribute to exciting projects that shape brand reputations in the sports industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced environment while working with high-profile clients.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Vibrant Company Culture

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• Strong research expertise with the ability to curate desk research independently.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for comprehensive reports.

Responsibilities

• Research talent and provide reports on their career and brand partnerships.
• Analyze social and online footprints of talent for actionable insights.

Skills

Research Expertise

Writing Skills

Project Management

Social Media Knowledge

Cultural Awareness

Job description

Freelance Researcher - Global Sports brand

London, England, United Kingdom

Who we are:

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

Burson Sports are on the search for a freelance Researcher for a 1-2 month contract initially.

We are trusted advisors to the industry’s highest profile sponsors and sports organisations, Burson’s Sport team has been behind some of the most talked about sponsorship activation and sports communication campaigns for more than a decade.

Work is fast paced, varied and challenging, as the team run busy press offices, devise and implement major brand initiatives - both globally and locally - and activate social media programmes. The work done by the team takes a story-first approach rooted in PR but often breaks free from traditional barriers of what a PR campaign looks like, with our best-in-class campaigns requiring an understanding of what drives conversation across owned, earned, shared and paid channels.

Some of our clients include, adidas, HSBC, Gillette, TNT (and more!)

What You'll Do:

This brief will be to research talent (e.g. influencers or creatives), and to provide comprehensive reports on their career, editorial footprint, partnerships with brands, and any potential brand & reputational risks associated. You will be processing the social and online footprint of talent and providing actionable summaries of your findings for review. Format and scope of research will be dictated; it is not part of the role to provide additional research solutions or strategies.

Experience that contributes to success:

• Have a strong research expertise – and comfortable with independently curating desk research for a report from start to finish
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Able to work independently
• Project and time management skills is a must
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms
• Have a strong cultural knowledge and awareness to able to process the social and online footprint of talent.

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At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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