An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic Media Officer to join the Media Team at Hartlepool Rugby Club and play a pivotal role in content creation.

You will have the opportunity and autonomy to create engaging and entertaining digital content for the club's social media channels.

This is a great chance to develop your media skills across all formats including videography, video editing, photography, graphic design and written journalism.

This vacancy may be particularly relevant for an aspiring sports journalist or anyone looking to gain valuable experience in a rugby/sporting environment.

It is the ideal role for someone currently undertaking or considering a career in media/journalism/digital marketing, or someone with a keen interest in content creation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work closely with the Media & Communications Manager and contribute to the overall media strategy of the club with creative ideas and innovative thinking
Accompany the men's 1st XV to home and away games
Record games using the club's VEO camera
Provide live score updates to social media
Assist in creating video content for our social media channels in a variety of different ways. Including self-generated footage such as player/coach interviews, match action, behind the scenes clips etc.
Create compelling graphics that follow the club’s brand guidelines
Contribute written content to the club website

DESIRABLE SKILLS

Experience in creating content for digital platforms
Some knowledge of video editing
Experience in basic graphic design
Knowledge of various social media channels
Interest and knowledge of rugby

PERSONAL SKILLS

High level of creativity
Confidence to come up with and share new ideas
Trustworthy, conscientious and reliable
Ambitious, enthusiastic and energetic
Ability to be proactive and handle multiple priorities
Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
A clear, polite and professional manner
Excellent organisational skills

As a community club we’re unable to offer a salary for this position, duties are to be carried out on a voluntary basis – however the role provides invaluable experience for individuals passionate about sports media.

Club attire will be provided.

Matches typically take place on a Saturday afternoon.

APPLY

Please send an email expressing your interest in the role to Liam Lester – hartlepoolrugbyclub@outlook.com

Depending on the level of applicants, and structure of the role, there is scope to share responsibilities amongst multiple successful candidates.

Volunteering at Hartlepool Rugby Club is a rewarding experience, offering the chance to develop new skills and be part of a passionate community.