Sports Writer & Sub Editor at SportPesa

Sports Writer & Sub Editor Job Responsibilities

• Writing clear, timely, informative, logical and creative sports articles for the online platform that well represent the brand.
• Real time posting of key company sports events on the digital platform
• Ensure that all communication is monitored so as to positively influence brand endearment
• Respond to publicity, (positive or otherwise) in a clear, proactive and professional manner.
• Generating relevant and accurate content for all online communication mediums with regard to sports
• Writing and proofing all internal and external digital sports and marketing communication content such as videos, website content and online magazines to ensure that they meet the set standards.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of social media and marketing campaigns with regards to sports.
• Liaising with the technical, creative and multi disciplinary teams to ensure that the brand standards are adhered to
• Ensure that all communication effectively and responsibly represents the brand
• Create a mechanism of recording daily updates and analysis of sports items/stories uploaded so as to provide a content analysis tool
• Participate in marketing events

Qualifications for the Sports Writer & Sub Editor Job

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, PR or Communications related field
• Passionate about sports and current with the sports industry affairs.
• Strong writing skills
• Understanding of digital content writing
• Good research skills
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Proficiency in Microsoft office programs.
• Proficiency in SEO
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and communication skills
• An eye for detail
• Good reporting skills
• Previous experience as a sports writer/sub editor will be an added advantage.