Merseyside Football Reporter: Break News, Digital & Video

The Telegraph; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK media company in Knowsley is looking for a journalist to lead their football coverage on Merseyside. This role involves breaking news, carrying out insightful match coverage, and producing content across various platforms, including video and social media. Candidates must have a strong background in journalism and a successful track record in digital storytelling. The position offers flexible benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Medical cover

Training and development opportunities

Flexible benefits including parental leave

Qualifications

• Previous journalistic experience with a strong track record of breaking exclusive news stories, preferably in football.
• Confidence in prosecuting ideas across various formats.
• A history of delivering video content is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage of football on Merseyside, producing content for various platforms.
• Break exclusive news stories and keep updated on major developments.
• Provide insightful match coverage and timely reporting.

Skills

Breaking exclusive news

Content production

Digital storytelling

Social media use

Interview writing

Job description

A leading UK media company in Knowsley is looking for a journalist to lead their football coverage on Merseyside. This role involves breaking news, carrying out insightful match coverage, and producing content across various platforms, including video and social media. Candidates must have a strong background in journalism and a successful track record in digital storytelling. The position offers flexible benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.