1 year ago

Sportredakteur Innovation / Livestreams - WAZ (m/w/d)


WAZ is seeking a Sport Editor for their Sport Streaming project in Essen. The role involves researching and preparing local sports topics, developing new video and streaming formats, and coordinating project work. The ideal candidate should have a journalistic background, experience as a reporter, and a passion for local sports. The position offers benefits such as the opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of the media group and a well-equipped workplace.
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Publisher: FUNKE
Location: Essen (DE)
Published on: 26 Jul 2023

Role: Content CreationEducation: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Mid LevelWork Arrangement: HybridEmployment: Full-time

Job parameters


Requirements

  • Journalistic education and several years of experience as a reporter
  • Sensitivity and identification with local sports, especially amateur football
  • Willingness to innovate work processes and formats, including on social media
  • Ability to write in a stylish and lively manner and experience and willingness to work in front of the camera
  • Independent work style, self-organization, and strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Willingness to work regularly on weekends

Responsibilities

  • Research and preparation of local sports topics according to the Digital-First principle
  • Conception and development of new video and streaming formats in local sports
  • Further development of digital sports reporting and conception and management of social media channels
  • Building and maintaining contacts with athletes, clubs, and associations
  • Coordination and organization of project work and presence at on-site appointments

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of the media group
  • Well-equipped workplace in the new company headquarters
  • Employee restaurant with breakfast and lunch options
  • Parent-child office and on-site daycare for better work-life balance
  • Fitness and health benefits, including partnerships with fitness studios and individual consultations for mental and physical health
  • Subsidies for public transportation tickets, leasing or e-bikes, and parking spaces in the FUNKE parking garage