If you are a talented digital writer and editor with social media and/or multimedia skills, who knows everything there is to know about Liverpool FC, then we want to hear from you!

Role and Requirements

• Curate a broad but authoritative content output that reflects Anfield Watch’s standing as a leading authority on Liverpool FC news
• Self-produce news/features quickly and manage colleagues on shift and generate and select best ideas for content which will drive traffic
• Demonstrate understanding of various editorial techniques to package content to optimal standard
• Cover breaking news quickly and authoritatively, with due consideration of legal and ethical obligations
• Understanding of web/search analytics and traffic patterns and how both influence editorial decisions
• Manage operations on a matchday and relevant workflow
• Understand names and topics or interest to Liverpool FC’s global audience
• Contribute to production of written copy and assets which best sell articles from a digital perspective
• Liaise regularly with chief editor on development of content and digital ideas
• Work closely with senior staff to develop new strands and avenues for content production, collaborating and sharing ideas across our team and network
• Post engaging content and generate social media conversation, responsibly and effectively

Skills We Are Looking For

• Strong level of written English and the ability to translate from other languages using tools
• Top-level knowledge of Liverpool FC and the team’s history
• Knowledge of digital journalism processes and newsgathering from a variety of sources
• Demonstrable application of ability to editorialise and follow up on news stories/leads as they emerge
• Knowledge of content management systems and/or HTML publishing
• Creative multimedia brain and social media channel management skills
• Other digitally-relevant skills such as photo and video editing, etc
• Preferably comfortable on camera, both talking and writing about the club

What We Offer

• Flexibility in hours with both part-time and full-time roles available at varying times of working day and the ability to work from any location as Anfield Watch expands global outreach
• Full access to analytics tools such as Chartbeat and SemRush to support a best-in-class CMS
• A platform to become a recognised and relevant voice within the Liverpool FC fan space
• Become part of a growing and agile digital publishing business and a website brand which has grown considerably in audience size since the start of the year

To Apply

Please apply directly to recruitment@realtimesnetwork.com with a CV, covering letter and examples of your work. Do mention Journo Resources when you apply. It really helps us out!

As well as our full-time role, we also have freelance positions available.

https://anfieldwatch.co.uk/