Sunderland AFC writers – Northern Echo (North East & Yorkshire)
Publication: The Northern Echo
Employer: Newsquest
Location: North-East, England
The Northern Echo is expanding its football coverage and we are looking for TWO Sunderland AFC writers.
Are you a top-class journalist with a passion for football and Sunderland AFC? Then the Great Daily of the North wants to hear from you.
The ideal candidates will have a breadth of knowledge and understanding of football and all things red and white. You will know exactly what makes Black Cats fans tick and be able to capture their passion in your writing. You will be data and analytics-driven and have a vast understanding of growing digital audiences – including newsletters and subscriptions.
You will have experience in various styles from in-depth opinion and analysis to interviews and insight.
You will understand how to engage with fans and build trust and relationships through your expert content.
Ideally, you already have a big social media profile and be comfortable in front of a camera to deliver video, streaming and podcasts.
Most of all, you will have a passion and thirst to bring our readers the best possible SAFC content.
We are looking for experienced football writers but will consider outstanding trainees looking to cut their teeth on one of the country’s leading regional news brands. A driving licence is essential.
If this sounds like the job for you, email your CV and a brief cover letter to the editor by clicking Apply Now by November 3.
Newsquest Media Group is one of the UK’s largest newspaper and website publishers. As well as a competitive salary, we also offer generous benefits including:
- Contributory pension
- Perks and discounts at various retail outlets
- Opportunities for team building and training days
- 25 days’ paid holiday + statutory bank holidays + your birthday day off.
- Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
- Discount Vouchers
- Discounted Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Mental Health Support via Lifeworks
- Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses.
- Annual Volunteer Charity Day
Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.
