Sports Writer

Sports Writer (up to £29,000)

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About the role

Radio Times is seeking a Sports Writer to produce captivating and insightful digital content about sports, helping to expand our Sport section and solidify its reputation as the home of live sport on TV. This role is perfect for a sports enthusiast with a talent for storytelling and a desire to connect with a broad audience.

You'll love this role if:

You're a sports enthusiast: You follow the latest news, games, and developments across various sports, from football and rugby to tennis, cricket, and beyond. Sharing insights and moments that captivate audiences is your passion.
You're a skilled storyteller: Whether it's an informative sporting event preview or a deep dive into an athlete's career, you know how to create engaging, informative, and relatable content.
You embrace variety: One day you'll cover a dramatic game, the next you'll profile an up-and-coming athlete or break down the impact of a new rule in the sport.
You're audience-savvy: You recognize what resonates with sports fans and can analyse trends to tailor content that grows and engages the RadioTimes.com sports community.
You're collaborative and creative: Working closely with the team excites you, especially when brainstorming fresh ideas or contributing to overall strategy.

As a Sport writer you will:

Cover the latest sports news, updates, and events, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
Conduct interviews with athletes, presenters, coaches, and other key figures in the sports world.
Attend events for first-hand reporting and behind-the-scenes insights.
Collaborate with the SEO team to optimize articles for visibility and audience reach.
Engage with the Radio Times audience via social media and other platforms to build a loyal readership.
Assist in creating multimedia content like podcasts, videos, or live streams related to sports coverage.

Requirements

Expertise in sports: Comprehensive knowledge of various sports and an ability to stay updated on the latest trends.
Strong writing and editing skills: Produce clear, engaging content that appeals to fans of all experience levels.
SEO proficiency: Knowledge of how to optimize content for digital success.
Multimedia capability: Experience in video and audio storytelling is a plus, including on-camera presenting.
Organisational excellence: Ability to manage deadlines and deliver consistently high-quality work

Benefits

A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year's which are in addition to your annual entitlement
Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development
Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

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