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Vacancy: Social media coordinator

As Chelsea FC’s social media coordinator you will be responsible for helping drive the club’s social media strategy and content creation globally across a range of platforms. You will be a key member of the Communications department delivering effective digital campaigns and bringing value to the club and its partners.

Key responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management of Chelsea FC’s social media presence across existing platforms: from the syndication of content and community management to daily moderation and monitoring of platforms
• Content creation – from photography and video to blogs and fan competitions
• Community management
• Weekly content planning, taking ownership of the global content calendar
• Work alongside sponsors and partners to deliver value on their Chelsea FC-related campaigns
• Document campaigns as case studies and communicate findings
• Provide extensive coverage during matchdays home and away, as required
• Ownership of the Chelsea Ladies social media strategy
• Proactively seek new opportunities for content and stories across the club’s social media ecosystem
• To promote equal opportunities

Person specification:

• Degree-level education
• Minimum three years relevant digital/social media experience, preferably working for a global brand
• Knowledge of and interest in football and its unique position within social media
• A natural storyteller – with exceptional written and verbal communication skills as well as editorial judgement
• Able to demonstrate a passion, curiosity and fluency in digital and social media
• An interest in cultural trends and an eye for what’s coming next
• Must be comfortable with out-of-hours work and working reactively to tight deadlines
• Track record of increasing reach and engagement through own ideas and individual management of social accounts
• Is passionate about social media and new technologies
• Familiarity with social monitoring and publishing software
• A team player with confidence to take the lead and guide other employees where necessary
• Can think quickly and be decisive in high pressure situations
• Very strong attention to detail
• Experience using video editing software
• Experience implementing and reporting on paid media activations across Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
• Photoshop skills
• Familiarity of working with high-profile figures
• Experience of liaising and working with other cultures
• Foreign language desirable but not essential

To apply for this position please click here.

Vacancy: Head of Football

NTU Sport proudly supports talented athletes and those who play sport purely for fun, helping each individual to achieve their personal goals; we encourage all of our students and staff to follow an active, healthy lifestyle; and we are pleased to welcome the wider community onto campus to take advantage of our world-class sports facilities.

In 2016/17 we finished 15th in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championships with a record points total, leaving us on target to break into the top 10 within the next three years. Our Men’s Football, Men’s Futsal and Women’s Futsal 1st teams will all compete in BUCS Premier Leagues next season, whilst the Women’s 1st XI wil be contenders for promotion out of Midlands 1A.

With this in mind we are seeking an individual who is able to drive forward the strategic development of the NTU Football programme through providing high quality coaching, recruitment and club development services. You will possess a thorough knowledge of performance pathways for high level athletes within football and have significant experience in coaching and developing them. You will also possess an ability to develop ideas and put in place plans to lead our recruitment of high performance football athletes to NTU both from the U.K. and abroad.

You will also have a strong understanding of the broad range of support services and elements required to provide an effective high performance athlete environment, and you will work in partnership with a team of highly qualified support practitioners across a variety of disciplines. These including strength and conditioning, physiotherapy, lifestyle and sports science, ensuring that the athletes are able to meet their maximum potential whilst with us, both in sport and in their studies.

The successful candidate will be conscientious with good communication, influencing and team working skills. In addition, you will need to be adaptable and have a flexible approach to work with availability to work evenings and weekends where necessary.

If you have any specific queries in relation to this position, please contact Chris Campbell, Performance Sport Manager, on +44 115 848 3960 or via email chris.campbell@ntu.ac.uk

This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore we cannot progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Vacancy: Women and Girls Football Coordinator

Leicester City Football Club Community Trust is seeking to appoint a Women and Girl’s Football Coordinator to work in partnership with key organisations to develop, deliver and support female football opportunities across Leicester and Leicestershire. This role is fixed term for one year working on a full time basis.

The role will involve:

• Leading on the PL Girls project to develop and deliver high quality football engagement, participation sessions and initiatives
• Supporting all Community Trust projects which have female participation targets, including PL Primary Stars, PL Kicks & Multi Sports, Girls Schools League and others
• Working with the National and County FA, and local grassroots clubs to develop clear player pathways including links to the LCFC Girls’ Regional Talent Club
• Identifying key local partners that will support and assist in guiding the development of opportunities within target communities including BAME, inactive, disadvantaged and others

Ideal candidate

• FA Level 2 certificate in coaching football
• Emergency First Aid certificate
• Safeguarding young people certificate
• FA Licensed Coach
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of how to improve levels of participation and standards of delivery within sports participation
• Experience of producing a variety of reports
• Good interpersonal & negotiation skills, including skills in working in stressful situations, and to deal with conflict in a sensitive manner.
• Good organisational skills, able to prioritise and work within targets and project outcomes
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection within sport
• Ability to form strong and appropriate relationships
• Ability to monitor and evaluate programme delivery and report writing.
• To be able to plan and regulate workload including the ability to prioritise demands and thrive under pressure
• IT skills, to include knowledge of using a variety of software packages including word, spread sheets and databases

Other requirements:
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role and you must possess a clean driving license & have access to a vehicle

Leicester City Football Club Community Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Leicester City Football Club Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Due to a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date for this role. Applications will be shortlisted on merit upon receipt.

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Vacancy: Video Producer Editor

Reporting to the Video Production Manager, you will help deliver outstanding video products for our audience.

Working from matchday, training ground and office environments you will be able to quickly identify, capture, edit and produce sporting stories that resonate with our fans.

We are looking for a Video Producer Editor that is an excited and skilled moving image and social video practitioner; one that has a diverse sporting and media production background that can be used as reference for a fresh perspective on club challenges.

Individuals who possess a strong visual instinct and a refined story sense should apply immediately.

Your output will work across all user–facing channels, bringing the best moving image stories and products to fans across the world.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for filming content in and around a football environment
• May include action footage, player and manager interviews, press conferences, shows, features and match-day activities
• Assembling, preparing and setting up equipment and lighting prior to filming
• Working in both single and multi-camera operational conditions, you will be asked to combine your knowledge of technology with creative visual skills
• Responsible for producing & editing raw material into a finished product suitable for broadcast across all of Aston Villa’s video platforms
• Additional post-production responsibilities may include grading/colouring footage, correcting footage, editing audio, creating graphical elements
• Such video platforms include the club’s online subscription service (AVTV), Aston Villa’s official YouTube channel
• This position would also include the production of videos for internal use

Essential skills and experience required:

• A wide-ranging television & digital media experience
• Highly proficient in the use of HD video camera equipment
• Ability to function as one person shoot/edit/presenting crew
• Script/prepare/plan interviews and content formats for video output
• Proficient in the use of Mac products and software
• Extensive knowledge of television/film production
• Ability to recognize the most suitable shot for any occasion and an understanding of the visual impact created by particular shots
• Ability to frame and compose shots and perform camera moves accurately
• Ability to find solutions to technical and practical problems
• When filming on location, for example, it is particularly important to deal with any light and sound issues
• Experience working with content specifically destined for Asian media channels
• Mandarin / Chinese language skills are desirable

To apply please send your CV and covering letters, including your current salary details and notice period to careers@avfc.co.uk or Lucy Ford, Human Resources Business Partner, Aston Villa Football Club, Villa Park, Birmingham, B6 6HE.

Vacancy: Club Secretary

Purpose of the post:

To oversee all matters relating to governance and logistic for all teams at Lincoln City Football Club, in particular the First Team. Also, alongside the Chief Executive to be the principal point of contact between the football authorities and Lincoln City Football Club.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of the Club’s FA Member Services system in respect of player disciplinary matters i.e. suspensions, cautions, fines etc
• Preparation and completion of Player Contracts, Transfer and Compensations Agreements and all related registration documents in line with all regulatory guidelines
• Maintain full player records i.e. contracts, contact information etc
• Management of First Team and all other teams (I.e. Youth) fixture list
• Completion of all EFL and FA post-match documentation i.e. match reports, team-sheets and gate statements
• Management of the FA Whereabouts system as and when required
• Administration of First Team travel arrangements including hotel and transport bookings
• Administration of the Premier League Medical Care scheme, ensuring that joiners and leavers are kept up to date
• First Team pre-match preparation liaising with various stakeholders, such as Safety Officer, Team Manager, Match Officials and Visiting Officials
• Attendance at First Team home matches. Serve as key point of contact for Visiting Club etc
• Liaison with the Academy on all aspects of football administration
• Liaison with Football Association and EFL on various aspects of football administration
• Attending meetings as a departmental or Club representative as and when required
• Player liaison duties such as hotel bookings, relocation receipts and housing issues as and when required
• Support the first team manager and assistant manager with administration and operational duties

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Vacancy: Media Coordinator – UEFA Champions League

Due to staff changes and recent commissions for more UEFA programming, IMG are looking for a Media Coordinator to work across the Champions League, Europa League, European Qualifiers and Ad Hoc programming. Reporting directly to the Media Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the general management of media across all UEFA output.

Responsibilities will include collating and backing up all shoot rushes, compiling shoot rushes and syncing IVs on Adobe Premier, management of media on nearline and Synology storage systems, management and distribution of shoot kit (hard drives, card readers, SD cards etc…) and keeping all spreadsheets and documentation up to date.

The ideal candidates will have excellent attention to details and communication skills, as well as an interest in and good knowledge of football, in particular the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and the European Football Championship. Knowledge of media management technology and basic experience in editing on Avid and/or Premier is desirable.

Please note that the position includes regular evening and occasional weekend work implemented according to shoot requirements (the standard shift hours are between 8am – midnight). The role will be based at Stockley Park, Uxbridge but some travel to Nyon (Switzerland) may be included.

IMG is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Please click here to apply via the IMG Productions careers website.

Vacancy: First Team Physiotherapist

A rare opportunity has arisen to join our newly promoted First Team as a Physiotherapist. The role includes supporting the Head of First Team Physiotherapy in the development and organisation of the assessment, treatment and education of the First Team squad.

Key activities include:
• To undertake and assist with the provision of musculoskeletal and medical care for the First Team of more than 30 footballers
• To work within the multi-disciplinary team on the care and injury status of players
• To travel with the team and provide pitch-side medical cover for all First Team matches
• To maintain secure, accurate and up-to-date medical records
• To ensure the FA Anti-Doping regulations are adhered to at all times
• To assist with the organisation of cardiac screening for all First Team players as well as undertaking annual medical testing

The following are mandatory for consideration for the role:
• Ideally 2 years’ post qualification practice in an elite sports environment
• BSc degree in Physiotherapy
• Valid HCPC and CSP registrations
• Relevant qualifications in pitch-side trauma management
• Experience in treating players within elite sports
• Excellent rapport building and motivational skills

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Vacancy: Academy Recruitment Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To manage the effective and efficient operation of the Academy Recruitment strategy in the U7-23 age range, locally, nationally and internationally;
• To manage and direct the Senior Academy Scout and ensure good communication and an effective working relationship with that person;
• To comply with all scouting protocols implemented by the department and ensure the team under your management do also;
• To manage the Academy Recruitment budget;
• To manage and keep up to date monitoring, tracking, reporting and recommendation procedures for players; using the PMA software;
• To ensure that player reports cover all aspects of performance in relation to the 4-corner model and the Charlton player profile and competencies;
• To organise recruitment meetings and lead the CPD requirement of the department, to include liaison with other academy departments ensuring a multi-disciplinary approach to in-service training;
• Be a contributory member of the Academy Management Team and along with the Senior Academy Scout ensure regular attendance;
• Liaise with the Academy Manager and Lead Phase Coaches in the identification and signing of talented youth players and their introduction into the Academy;
• To respond to all communications for trial requests in a professional manner;
• Liaise closely with the Community Trust element of the Club, ensuring Academy recruitment can benefit from the working relationship;
• To scout personally and play a full role in identifying and recruiting players;
• Ensure contact networks are built, extended and serviced regularly in conjunction with the Academy Manager;
• To ensure either yourself or the Senior Academy Scout attend other departmental meetings on a consistent basis to maintain the Recruitment link at a multidisciplinary level;
• To liaise and work effectively with the Head of First Team Recruitment in identifying and recruiting talented players in the 19-23 age range;
• Any other duties appropriate to the skills and experience of the position holder.

MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
• FA Talent ID Award (at least Level 2) (E);
• Current DBS Certificate (E);
• Knowledge/Understanding of Child Protection and current FA Safeguarding Certificate (E);

Specific Experience:
• A proven record of successfully identifying and recruiting talented young players across all phases of Academy football (E);
• Experience of a leadership role in Academy recruitment (D);
• Knowledge for the local catchment area and the structure and organisation of club and school football for the recruitment of players (E);

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
• Extensive knowledge and experience of the football industry and regulations governing players and recruitment (E);
• Good network of contacts (E);
• Excellent IT Skills and familiarity with scouting databases (E);
• Competent and personable with good time management skills (E);
• Ability to work well as a member of a team and as an individual (E);
• Actively cooperate and communicate with others, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration (E);
• An ability to review the current operation and identify practical areas for improvement (E);
• Positive about achieving Club, departmental and individual success (E);
• Must be accountable for delivering results within assigned levels of accountability (E);

Person Specification

•Excellent English communication, verbal and written (E);
• Excellent organisational skills/ability to prioritise (E);
• Operate in confidentiality and discretion (E).

Additional Information:
• This a full-time role that include work on weekends and evenings;
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK;
• Charlton Athletic FC is committed to following relevant health & safety regulations and all members of staff are expected to be fully aware and adhere to, at all times, the Club’s H&S and fire safety procedures;
• Charlton Athletic Football Club are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment;
• CAFC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.

How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this exciting role, we’d love to hear from you, please forward your CV with a covering letter outlining your current salary package and a summary of how your career history to date maps against the key competencies outlined for this role to: recruitment@cafc.co.uk.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we regret that we are unable to respond to unsuccessful applicants.

Vacancy: Multimedia Executive

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic Multi Media Executive to join our team on a fixed term 12 month contract (37.5 hours per week). Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be integral in developing and managing Celtic FC Foundation’s media including; writing, filming and editing content along with the management of our social media platforms.

Key accountabilities:

• To work as part of the wider team to create high value content for all Foundation media channels relating to Events and Projects
• To lead in the provision of content creation for Foundation PR communications
• To manage all day-to-day photography, filming and editing of Foundation Events and Projects -  onsite and offsite
• To prepare materials for internal and external audiences
• To attend the weekly editorial meeting
• To assume responsibility for archiving all Foundation photographs and video footage
• To effectively develop, manage, co-ordinate and deploy all day to day social media channels
• To develop the Foundation’s existing social media channels to incorporate new trends and technologies
• To execute the social media strategy, ensuring effective two-way engagement between the Foundation and supporters

This list is not exclusive and you may be requested to carry out additional duties to those above

Skills & Experience Required:

The successful candidate will have excellent creative writing skills with a minimum of two years’ editing experience within a similar position, with a proven track record available. A show-reel and written piece will be required at interview stage. Experience working on digital/social platforms, excellent camera and editing skills and the ability to work well under pressure is key to this role.  A sound knowledge of Final Cut Pro X editing and Photoshop, with excellent attention to detail and a sound confidence in verbal communication is essential. Candidates must have a full clean UK driving license and valid passport with flexibility for UK and overseas travel.

Please apply in writing to Nicolette Harris, HR Advisor, Celtic Park or email jobs@celticfc.co.uk

Vacancy: Senior Producer, Premier League Productions

A rare vacancy has arisen for a Senior Producer at Premier League Productions, the Premier League’s international television production partner.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the live Studio output on our international Content Service, which means managing a team of producers and assistant producers and taking special responsibility for our flagship Matchday Live programme.

If you are an experienced producer in live sport with a stirring passion for football, then we want to hear from you. You might be a proven producer in a live sports environment or a senior producer in another sphere of television. But your creative ability and motivation skills will inspire and engage the strong editorial team working on our output.

You should have a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Premier League and be fully committed to producing compelling programmes. But most importantly of all, we need both a team leader and a team player - somebody who has a passion for football and a passion for television.

Key Responsibilities:

• Steering the editorial agenda for the live Studio programming on the Premier League Content Service, including our flagship Matchday Live show
• Managing the studio team, ranging from Editorial Assistants to Producers

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced producer in a live sports environment or a senior producer in another sphere of television with a deep passion and detailed knowledge of Premier League football.

Based in Stockley Park, Uxbridge.

Please click here to apply via the IMG Productions careers website.

IMG is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Vacancy: Assistant Producer, Short Form and On Demand Video

Contract Type: 2 x Continuing and 1 x 6 month FTC/Attachment

Grade: 7

Base: Mediacity / Salford

Job Ref: BBC/TP/164/22127

Job Introduction

From the World Cup to the Olympics, whether it’s Premier League football, 6 Nations Rugby, International Cricket or the top Tennis tournaments BBC Sport is at the heart of the world’s major sporting events. Our Sports News, Radio Sport and Digital Sport teams help make sure that every day, throughout the year our audiences are served with all the stories surrounding every sport as well as providing world class coverage of the events themselves.

Role Responsibility

• 2 of the roles will be within the Short Form team and the other in the Get Inspired team.
• To produce audio and video material and supporting text for sporting events and news stories for a variety of outlets and platforms – e.g. Red Button, BBC Sport website, Get Inspired, Connected TV, mobile devices, Network Television, BBC News Channel, 5 Live, iPlayer and third-party social media networks.
• To generate and develop content and services of the highest standard
• To maintain thorough knowledge of the relevant production systems and equipment and to know where to refer technical issues to be solved
• To respond flexibly and positively to changing and conflicting priorities across output to ensure the success of projects within a fast-paced environment
• To understand the technical and workflow processes to ensure the best possible standard ‘On Demand’ video products for BBC Sport Digital, ensuring consistency of policy, quality, style and editorial content of output and adherence to Producer Guidelines and BBC/Industry Codes of Practice.
• To make editorial decisions quickly and confidently with the ability to respond calmly and positively to changing live events and circumstances
• To work both individually and with others to generate and develop ideas, treatments and formats of the highest quality consistent with departmental strategy
• To develop close working relationships with colleagues in other areas of BBC, to help maximise the potential of BBC’s multiplatform operating model
• To ensure good and effective use of resources
• To stay abreast of industry developments
• To show commitment to equality and diversity and the maintenance of health and safety standards

The Ideal Candidate

It’s essential our APs have substantial experience of working in television production, radio and/or Multimedia production, combined with a working knowledge of Multimedia production and its impact on the digital world. This experience should be coupled with proven editorial judgement, flair and the ability to make valid decisions quickly. Alongside a strong evidence of creativity and ability to translate this into engaging material designed to work across several different platforms.

Our AP will have experience of a wide variety of technologies, e.g. video processing and other encoding methods and working knowledge of and experience of video production processes, including, for example Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid, EVS-LSM, IP Director, After Effects etc.

The AP will need to be able to work on their own or in a team and be comfortable with the planning and running of multiple concurrent services or tasks.

Package Description
2 x Continuing Roles 1 x 6 month FTC / Attachment

About the Company
We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are very important to us. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below. You’ll be asked questions relating to them as part of your application for this role.

The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants.  Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

Attached Documents

BBC Values Guide

AP Short Form JD

Vacancy: Equality Standard Panel Member

Title: The Equality Standard for Professional Clubs – Panel Member

Location: Various

Time commitment: As required and subject to availability but likely to be 5-10 days per year. However, no guarantee as to any number of days can be given. Panel membership will be reviewed periodically.

Remuneration: Panel Members will be paid a daily fee and reimbursed any reasonable travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses.

Overview
The Premier League is looking to appoint additional members to the Premier League Equality Standard (PLES) Panel. The Panel determines whether the requirements of the relevant level of the FA Premier League Equality Standard for Professional Football Clubs (the Standard) have been met by individual clubs.

Each Panel will be made up of people with expertise in:

• Football, including a broad understanding of the professional football environment; and
• Equality law and practice as it relates to all the protected characteristics as set out in the Equality Act; and
• Senior management or leadership, preferably of a significant complex, outward facing organisation.

Who we are
The Premier League is the organising body of the Premier League with responsibility for the competition, its Rule Book and the centralised broadcast and other commercial rights. The principal objective of the Premier League is to stage the most competitive and compelling league with world-class players who play in vibrant stadiums, full of supporters. Through the equitable distribution of broadcast and commercial revenues, the Premier League aim is to enable all Clubs to be competitive and to develop so that European competition is a realistic goal and, once there, they are playing at a level where they can compete effectively.

The Premier League’s remit and responsibilities also extend to supporting and providing a framework for youth development, protecting the organisation’s intellectual property, supporting the wider game and community programmes, undertaking international development work and liaising with governing bodies and other leagues.

All of these activities enable and support the Premier League’s purpose, which is to:

• Play the world’s most competitive and compelling football
• Inspire fans, communities and partners alike
• Invigorate lives across the globe

The role of the panel
The Panel is independent and objective. Each member should have an understanding of the objectives and scope of the Standard and of their role as a Panel Member. The Panel is supported in its role by 2 of 2, an independent Assessor and Secretariat. Observers may attend Panel sessions as determined by the stakeholders e.g. for training and induction purposes for new Panel Members.

Prior to Panel Assessment Meetings members are required to scrutinise an Assessment Report provided by an Assessor and key pieces of supporting evidence (such as an Equality Monitoring Audit Report and an Equality Action Plan).

During the Panel Assessment Meetings members are required to:

• Consider a club’s presentation and ask probing questions of club representatives to check and challenge the progress that they are making towards equality
• Identify strengths and weaknesses in the club’s equality work and areas to develop further
• Make an objective decision about whether the club has met the requirements of the applied-for level of the Standard.

Requirements for the role

Collectively the Panel should have the following skills mix to allow it to carry out its overall function:

• Knowledge of current equality legislation, specifically the Equality Act 2010 and related secondary legislation and guidance
• Knowledge of the organisational architecture, and environment of and arrangements for football, and of the football regulatory framework in England
• Expertise in equality law and practice relating to all the protected characteristics and wider social inclusion issues
• Experience of embedding equality and diversity in strategic planning, delivery and assessment of equality objectives in either a football or business context
• The ability to provide practical and relevant examples of good practice with regard to equality and diversity
• A clear recognition of the role of the Panel in the assessment process
• Experience of assessing against standards.

In addition, Panel Members should be articulate, both verbally and in writing and have the ability to offer challenge, including at senior level.

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

To apply please email hr@premierleague.com with your CV and cover letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 31 July 2017.

If you would like further information on the Premier League Equality Standard, please email hr@premierleague.com and a summary document will be issued.

Members will be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement and Panel protocols.

Vacancy: Academy Sports Psychologist

Stoke City Football Club of the English Premier League are recruiting for a full time Academy Sport Psychologist based at our Training Ground Facility at Clayton Wood.

As an Academy Sport Psychologist, you will join a dynamic multi-disciplinary team supporting the development and implementation of the Academy psychology programme. You will be required to provide psychological support and education to individuals and groups (theory and practical) of academy players, coaches, staff and parents.

The ideal candidate will have experience of applying psychological knowledge in an elite sporting environment and be up to date with current literature and research. You will be a highly pro-active individual who is looking to innovate, discuss ideas and offer opinions, with the ability to communicate effectively to a variety of people (e.g. players, coaches, and parents). The successful applicant will be expected to enhance the department and educate stakeholders on key psychological principles relating to how to prepare, train, perform and recover at an elite level of performance.

Reporting to the Head of Academy Sports Science and Athletic Development, you will be qualified to post graduate level in Psychology or Sport Psychology (although BSc Candidates may be considered based upon previous experience). Previous experience in elite level sport providing sport psychology services to athletes and coaches to enhance performance is essential. A good understanding and previous experience of developing resilience in athletes to support performance is also desirable.

The role requires a high degree of flexibility to cover evening and weekend work as required. Owing to the nature of this post a DBS disclosure will be undertaken before a final offer can be made.

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Vacancy: Junior Content Producer Apprenticeship

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Ham United media department for a Junior Content Producer.

The ideal candidate will need to have an interest and understanding of football, be hardworking, reliable and professional at all times, have a creative, outgoing character with accomplished communication skills and be able to work anti-social hours to include weekends and evening as requested.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support on the creation and implementation of the Club’s video content strategy across all digital platforms to include the West Ham official website, YouTube channel and social media.
• Deliver original and creative video ideas for the Club’s digital outlets to cover football, marketing and CSR work
• Film, edit and produce said content to be used across the Club’s digital platforms and social channels.
• Attend first team and U21 matches as directed to gather content before, after, and sometimes during the game
• Assist with the expansion of the Club’s video archive
• Assist in any other tasks as instructed by the Head of Media Relations and Head of Digital Marketing

Skills & Knowledge:

• Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Good understanding of Adobe Photo Shop and After Effects
• Familiarity with different types of encoders and the correct use of them
• Developed knowledge and experience of all digital media, including high proficiency in social media
• Advanced video editing skills including a clear understanding of audio and colour correction
• Competent camera operating skills including lighting and sound as well as multi-camera operation
• Knowledge of HDV and XDCAM-format cameras
• Understanding and commitment to the Club’s Equality Policy and ability to promote anti-discriminatory practice.

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Vacancy: First Team Masseur

The Arsenal Medical Team’s aim is to provide a world class level of care for the first team squad. With roles including team doctor, physiotherapists, masseurs and a range of consultancy staff including nutritionist, osteopath, yoga teacher and podiatrist there is a team approach to delivering high quality medical input to the players.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide massage/appropriate soft tissue techniques to the first team squad, and where required the young professionals and provide the same for the injured players under guidance from the physiotherapists.

Secondarily, where required to assist with the current screening process already in place for the first team and to contribute to the development of this process. The post holder will contribute to and attend, where relevant, the existing internal CPD programme which is scheduled at suitable times throughout the season.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the wellbeing and readiness to train of the first team squad
• To provide massage therapy input to improve the fit players and minimise their time lost due to injury
• To travel with the Under 21/reserve squad to games where required
• Evaluate effectiveness of the techniques applied
• To work with other members of the Medical team to provide an holistic approach to the treatment and prevention of injury
• To contribute to the team’s internal continual professional development
• To contribute to the massage therapies given to players on specified matches and all training sessions and, where requested, support to medical team in the team hotel pre-match

Main Job Requirements and Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training:

• Sports Massage qualification (of which there are many different types)
• Degree qualification advantageous

Specific Experience:

• Experience of working with elite level athletes.
• Experience of working with sports injuries.
• Experience of working in a team environment.

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellence in the understanding and delivery of massage therapy
• Ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally, in a clear and logical manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively to achieve best client care.
• Set and maintain high standards of work performance and deliver quality consistently and efficiently.
• Able to take an holistic approach to the treatment of players whether injured or not.
• To use knowledge and expertise to promote the health and wellbeing of individual clients
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of word processing, databases, presentation packages and the internet.
• Experience of working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a satisfactory enhanced DBS check

Hours of Work

This role requires individuals to work at such times (including on public holidays, evening, day time and weekend) and for such periods as the efficient and conscientious discharge of the duties require.

Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.

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Vacancy: Editor-in-Chief @ football.london

football.london is the first 24/7, fan-led resource for the Capital’s clubs. Shining a light on the issues supporters truly care about, providing rolling coverage of the latest news and creatively telling stories through a variety of platforms, football.london is one of the fastest growing digital sports brands in the UK.

Role Responsibility:

• manage a talented team of journalists and digital producers
• create, implement and manage the editorial strategy of the site
• identify new opportunities for growth and development for football.london, particularly around digital sports content, emerging platforms and opportunities for revenue growth
• work collaboratively with stakeholders from across the company
• produce outstanding multi-platform content across a number of different channels
• have a strong understanding of audience analytics, data and insight platforms
• manage the coverage of major stories, breaking news and content that will make fans remember the site
• be a forward-facing advocate of the site, working both internally and externally to grow brand awareness
• help to develop all members of the team
• maximise opportunities for audience engagement and interaction
• organise and oversee a fast-paced digital desk
• ensure all work at all times conforms to Trinity Mirror policies and procedures
• work closely with the Head of Digital Sport to formulate innovative digital strategies

The Ideal Candidate:

• the highest journalistic standards
• experience of managing a digital-first desk
• a proven track record of growing and cultivating large digital audiences
• a creative approach to content creation and production
• passion and ideas for digital sports content
• an understanding of what footballers supporters crave
• expert knowledge of audience analytics and insight platforms such as Adobe Omniture

Please click here to apply via the Trinity Mirror careers website.

Vacancy: Marketing Executive

Leicester City Football Club is looking to recruit a forward thinking, creative and commercially minded Marketing Executive as part of its continuing investment and development strategy.

The successful candidate will possess excellent marcoms skills (B2B & B2C) along with experience of working with graphic designers (print & digital), printers and external media/marketing platform providers.

Experience of writing creative and professional copy and developing advanced presentations for use at director level is essential, as is a relevant higher education or equivalent qualification with proven experience working in a marketing role/environment.

An understanding of CRM strategies is important. Advanced IT skills including Excel and PowerPoint, a flexible approach to work and working hours and the ability to communicate at all levels are also essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To actively seek, create and publish positive and engaging Press Releases
• To help develop and activate the Club’s integrated marketing plans, with a particular focus on the Club’s commercial strategies
• Helping to manage and maintain the Leicester City Football Club brand
• Driving wide-reaching communication, promotional and incentive campaigns
• Working in conjunction with other departments on several projects at the same time
• To create engaging and persuasive marketing communications
• To develop high-quality commercial presentations
• To attend and organise marketing/PR/networking events and opportunities
• To work with other departments to coordinate and execute sponsors’ marketing activations

APPLICATION:

To apply for this position please send your CV along with a covering letter, which must include your salary expectations, by email to hr@lcfc.co.uk

Alternatively, post your CV, cover letter and salary expectations to:

The HR Department
King Power Stadium
Filbert Way
Leicester
LE2 7FL.

Availability required for interviews to take place week commencing 24 July, 2017.

Leicester City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer.

Leicester City Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expects all staff to share this commitment.

A shortlist of suitable applicants will be compiled shortly after the closing date and successful candidates will be contacted about the interview process.

Vacancy: Football Writer

The Football Writer will be responsible for delivering the most engaging and timely copy possible to drive both Perform’s syndicated Editorial football products and internal portals. They will hunt out news lines and write compelling stories, reports and multimedia storytelling, ensuring copy is tight, accurate, timely and engaging for a Digital audience.

WHAT WILL YOU DO IN YOUR NEW ROLE?

• Writing engaging news pieces and feature content in a timely fashion
• Producing, curating and working with social media and live Editorial content, including multi-media storytelling
• Coverage of live events and on-the-ground press opportunities
• Sub-Editing

DO YOU HAVE THESE ESSENTIALS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW?

• Excellent writing skills, preferably honed at a newspaper, agency or digital site
• Outstanding knowledge of football and a strong understanding of Media law
• Good editorial judgement and the ability to work to real-time deadlines
• Strong organisational, communication and time-management skills

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS (DO YOU HAVE THESE DESIRABLES?)

• Working knowledge of another major European language preferable
• Understanding of and experience of working with Video and/or Data Editorial content

THESE ARE THE PERFORM COMPETENCIES YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED IN YOUR ROLE….

• Self–motivated and driven to succeed, focused on results and passionate about the job.
• Working collaboratively with a group of people in order to accomplish a task or achieve a goal.
• On-going drive for learning and ability to apply new knowledge and skills.
• Ability to set priorities, goals and time tables to achieve maximum productivity.

Please click here to apply via the Perform Group careers website.

Vacancy: Sport Producer

Deadline: Ongoing

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Fixed-term

From the Premier League to La Liga, Serie A, and Bundesliga, to the NFL, NBA and MLB, DAZN is at the heart of the World’s major sports. Our revolutionary OTT platform is the only place viewers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Japan and now Canada can watch some of these major leagues and sports.

As a Producer within the Central team, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth and efficient co-ordination and distribution of assets for the DAZN application – whether it be the planning, producing, editing and distribution of a significant number of Highlights, magazine programming, other features, interviews and newsworthy relevant content to support the Live output on the Platform. The Central team plays a key part in ensuring a consistent approach to the output across all regions, supporting a variety of functions all crucial to the successful development and improvement of this groundbreaking OTT service.

You will be working on a global product with the opportunity to shape a new generation of sports fans via a video OTT platform that delivers streaming of sport (live and on demand) to customers around the world.

WHAT WILL YOU DO IN YOUR NEW ROLE?

• Organising the planning, resourcing and distribution of highlights and other content from various sources and across all Sports for the Platform and other parts of the business.
• Leading a team of editors to deliver the required VOD content to a high standard in a timely, efficient manner. Liaising with relevant teams to maintain successful delivery.
• Working with other departments to guarantee the smooth integration and resourcing for new properties and content to be distributed around the business. Relay info to teams.
• Writing short editorial copy for a number of regular magazine programmes, and scripts for original and regular non-live content
• Working alongside the Senior Producer to develop and improve other areas of the Service.

DO YOU HAVE THESE ESSENTIALS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW?

• Experience of Sport Production and Broadcasting, and VOD Content
• Strong editorial skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good organisational skills and keen eye for detail
• Ability to lead, motivate and critique a team of editors and junior team members

DO YOU HAVE THESE DESIRABLES?

• A willingness to quickly understand and ability to work across a large variety of sports, and prepared to work to a flexible schedule driven by the demands of the sporting schedule.
• Knowledge and experience of Avid editing systems and export and upload processes – hands-on experience of non-linear editing useful.
• Good command of English language and strength to concisely describe key story within content.

THESE ARE THE PERFORM COMPETENCIES YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED IN YOUR ROLE…

• Team work & collaboration – Working collaboratively with a group of people in order to accomplish a task or achieve a goal.
• Creativity – Ability to bring creative ideas to life on screen
• Planning & organising – Ability to set priorities, goals and time tables to achieve maximum productivity in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Attention to detail.
• Drive & energy – Self–motivated and driven to succeed, focused on results and passionate about the job, with a positive outlook and ability to communicate well with others.

Please click here to apply via the Perform Group careers website.

Course: NQ Football Performance for Women (Level 4)

Glasgow Clyde College are inviting applications for this course, which is designed to prepare young women with an interest in football for entry to the sport and exercise industry at a basic level or as preparation for NC Sport and Exercise (Level 5 and Higher).

The emphasis is on using the medium of football to introduce young women to the career ladder within the sport and fitness industry.

Course content
A variety of theoretical and practical sports and exercise subjects including:

· Human Anatomy and Physiology; An introduction
· Sporting Activity Football incorporating SFA Early Touches Certificate
· Sporting Activity Football incorporating SFA Early Coaching Young Footballers
· Nutrition for sport and Exercise
· Exercise and Fitness: An Introduction
· Exercise and Fitness: Circuit Training
· Exercise and Fitness: Resistance Training
· Personal Wellbeing and Exercise
· Developing Leadership within Physical Activities
· Work Experience Volunteering
· Sports Officiating

Entry requirements (minimum)
Applications are invited from those without formal qualifications but who have relevant life and/or experience playing or coaching football at a basic level entry will be by interview and reference from coach to determine suitability for this course.

Selection Process

Progression routes
This course is designed to articulate with various SCQF Level 4, 5 and 6 courses such as Sport and Exercise and Fitness and Exercise. SCQF level 04.

Start date
28 August 2017

Duration
1 Year(s), August to January