Researcher - Production
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Research players, teams, and sporting stories to support editorial planning and content creation for major international events. Prepare research briefs, interview notes, and editorial documentation while fact-checking scripts and graphics to ensure accuracy. Support producers through content planning, scripting, post-production coordination, and managing edits to final delivery by logging footage and identifying key storylines. Work closely with editorial and production teams during live broadcasts and international sporting events, including the FIFA World Cup and Rugby World Cup. This role requires a minimum of three days in the office in Central London, international travel, and fluency in English.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience in research, production, journalism, digital media or a related editorial environment
- Strong interest and knowledge of sport and sports storytelling
- Excellent research, writing and organisational skills
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
- Confident working collaboratively with editorial, production and post-production teams
- Proactive, adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced international environment
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Willingness to travel internationally for productions and events
- Minimum of 3 days a week in the office in Central London
- International travel (including long-term trips)
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