Job Description
The Watford Observer has an exciting and rare opportunity for a sports reporter to join the team covering Watford Football Club.
We have a long and proud tradition of being essential reading for fans of Watford FC, providing all the latest news from Vicarage Road on and off the pitch.
Key Responsibilities
* Covering the Championship club, requiring a digitally savvy journalist capable of running live match day blogs, conducting exclusive interviews, and holding the club to account by asking the questions fans want answered.
* The successful candidate will be passionate about reporting on Watford FC, embrace working in a competitive environment, and have the dedication to break news.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* An NQJ qualification with a proven track record in sports journalism.
* Digital experience is essential; video and photo skills are advantageous.
* A passion for sports at all levels and for producing accurate, engaging, and original content.
* Ability to produce sports reports and features through research, interviews, attendance at matches, and events.
* Ability to maintain and build contacts, understanding the importance of relationships in journalism.
* Knowledge of Watford FC, its players, staff, and operations is beneficial.
* Experience covering a professional football club is advantageous.
* Strong social media skills, with the ability to recognize and act on story opportunities appropriately.
* Flexibility to respond quickly to events, working as both an individual and a team leader when needed.
* A full, clean UK driving licence.
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