Football Media Executive Fixed Term - Isleworth, United Kingdom - Brentford Football Club

Description

JobTitle:Football Media Exec (Fixed TermContract)

Department:FootballCommunications

Reporting:Headof Football Media

Location:TrainingGround(OffField)

Salary:perannum

Closingdate:29 March 2024

RegulatedActivity:Yes

**Thisis fixed term role starting on 1 May 2024 and ending on 31 May2025**

BrentfordFC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. Weput our fans first we are a true community club and while we arefinancially sustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks.We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Clubwhich focuses on development inclusion and not being afraid tothink differently.

Being progressive humble andrespectful while sticking together as one team across the Clubguides how we work and the decisions we make eachday.

We also firmly believe that a diverseworkforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideassolve problems and ultimately grow BrentfordFC.

We play in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes fromHeathrow in vibrant west London.

We will neverforget where we have come from but we are excited about the futurethat lies ahead.

Come joinus.

InclusionStatement

Brentford FC is anorganisation which values and is passionate about diversity andinclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualifiedcandidates including those from underrepresented groups such asthose from ethnically diverse backgrounds women those from theLGBTQ community and those with disabilities. Should you require anyworkplace accommodations (also known as reasonable adjustments) youwill have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate pointsin the hiringprocess.

SafeguardingStatement

Brentford FC iscommitted to equality the safeguarding and welfare of all childrenand adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff andvolunteers at the club safeguarding is everyones responsibility.Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding trainingto enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. Thisrole requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies anduphold the clubs commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people toensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timelyreporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. Weremind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offenceto apply for such positions.

Pleasenote that where appropriate for the role you may berequired to complete additional background checks such asDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will includeany time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years.You can find out more about thisat

Pleasealso note that a CV application will not be sufficient.Applications will not be considered where the application form hasnot been completed infull.

TheRole of the Football Media Executive

The Football Media Executive is part of ourFootball Communications team helping deliver First Team playersmedia work leading and managing specific opportunities.

Every Premier League club has obligations withrights holders. It is part of our strategy to go above and beyondto do more to assist those who provide us with coverage all overthe world. We also want to maintain access for nonrights holdersincluding newspapers magazines and international media.

The Football Media Executive will efficientlyand effectively deliver planned media sessions and createopportunities from scratch in line with the Clubs media strategy.They are comfortable dealing with TV presenters leading journalistsfrom around the world as well as Premier League footballers. Theyunderstand media trends and are able to identify opportunitiesparticularly in new media areas.

They willliaise with the Premier League and broadcast partners regardingcontractual obligations. They will also arrange opportunities fornonrights holders in line with the Clubs Media Strategy.

The Football Media Executive will have aknowledge of and the ability to deliver the Clubs Media Strategyensuring priority is given to rights holders. They will also knowthe football media landscape and make the most of all mediaopportunities.

They will assist with thelogistics of the media operation including matchday mediaaccreditation and ensuring access for media and personnel to allClub premises when needed. They will also assist with accreditationfor womens team B Team or Academy matches as needed especiallythose at the Gtech Community Stadium.

This rolewill initially act as maternity cover for our Football Media(Operations) Manager so there will be the chance to step up andlead in some operational areas.

MainAccountabilities

• Bepart of delivering the Premier Leagues contractual broadcastrequirements including assisting with the logistics of sessions andnoncontractual media work.
• Work First Teammatchdays home and away to deliver broadcast requirements.
• Brief players and staff ahead of interviewsand report back.
• Promote Club content to widermarket using Premier League relationships.
• Monitor breaking news stories and continuingnarratives surrounding the club.
• Maintainexisting relationships with the media and bring in new contacts toenable wider story telling.
• Work withcolleagues providing media support to B team academy and womenssides if needed.
• Assist with incoming ad hocmedia requests and filter to appropriate staff.
• Assisting and leading at times with the mediaaccreditation process for home matches ensuring the Clubscommitments are met.
• Be part of the matchdaymedia access operation leading when required.
• Liaise with clubs we are visiting to ensureBrentford FC staff have what they need to work at away matches.
• To ensure compliance with all MatchdaySafeguarding processes and the Clubs Safeguarding Policy andprocesses

General ClubAccountabilities

• Toensure compliance with all relevant Club policies includingsafeguarding health and safety policies and with specific referenceto the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
• Toensure compliance with the Clubs Code of Conduct.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legalregulatory ethical and social requirements
• Tobuild and maintain good working relationships both internally andexternally maintaining a professional image at all times whenrepresenting Brentford FC
• To keep confidentialany information gained regarding the Club and itspersonnel
• To maintain a flexible approach towork at alltimes
• To promoteand support positive mental health and wellbeing throughout theClub both on and off the field.
• To ensurecompliance with the Clubs Safeguarding Policy and processes.
• To promote equity diversity and inclusion atthe Club in line with our EDIstrategy

KeyInternalRelationships

• OperationsDepartment
• Football Operations
• Brentford FC First Team players and coachingstaff
• Business Communications team
• Content Department

PersonSpecification Essential PersonalCharacteristics

• Demonstrableexperience working in a communications environment or similar at aprofessional sports organisation ideally professional football.
• Media qualifications including media law ormultiple years of experience working in a press office environment.
• Ability to travel to and attend all home andaway games which often occur during evenings and weekends.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Understanding of themedia landscape particularly in England.
• Excellent written and spoken English languageskills.
• Ability to work in a fast pacedpressurised environment show initiative and decisiveness whenworking alone and as part of a team.
• Abilityto think creatively and to clearly communicate ideas and concepts.
• Confident in forging effective newrelationships with others.
• Strong knowledge offootball and the Premier League particularly the media narrativeand broadcast contracts.

PersonSpecification Desirable PersonalCharacteristics

• Spokenand/or written skills in a second language.
• Previous experience of working at a PremierLeague football club.
• Network of mediacontacts.

Ifthe role you are applying for involves regulated activity and youhave been shortlisted for a first stage interview you will beaskedto fill out a Declaration of OffencesForm.