Freelance Sports Reporter

Metro.co.uk Sport is looking for talented freelance journalists to join its digital Sports team. Suitable candidates will be experienced online reporters with an impressive track record of finding and breaking stories of national and global interest. Please note that this is a hybrid role, based remotely and in our offices in Kensington, London. The role involves writing and building news stories, features and minute-by-minute live blogs for Metro.co.uk Sport. Requirements include:

Ability to deliver vibrant, clean copy to very tight deadlines
Ability to work self-sufficiently and generate fresh ideas for this office-based web production role
Ability to generate own news stories and write strong deadlines
Ability to have keen eye for photographs and use the best images and videos to help a story drive traffic
Ability to use social media for both story ideas and as a way of generating traffic
Ability to use content management systems and image libraries
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key media contacts to generate a steady flow of stories
Ability to retain awareness of the Metro.co.uk style of writing
Strong knowledge of football, boxing, F1, UFC, tennis, golf, rugby and cricket Essential skills:
Must have NCTJ qualification, Bachelor degree or higher qualification
Must have solid newspaper, magazine or news website experience
Must have the ability to gather information and create compelling digital content
Must work productively within a team environment
Must have an understanding of legal covenants and an understanding of copyright
Must have strong communication and people skills
Must be flexible regarding shift patterns (including weekends and nights)
Not essential but preferred Knowledge of Spanish, German, Italian or French would be beneficial. The above list is not exhaustive and constantly evolving, based on the needs of the business. Out of hours availability and a high level of adaptability are essential. Please apply by sending an up-to-date CV, a note about yourself, and examples of your work. Any applications received without a CV will not be considered.