Head of Content at West Ham United | London, UK

Head of Content

London, UK (Unknown)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own and execute the Club's content strategy across video, digital, and editorial channels, driving engagement, audience growth and PR reach, while leading a multidisciplinary team and collaborating with Football, Communications, Partnerships and Retail.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the content strategy and set targets for engagement, views and audience growth.
Use data and audience insight to improve performance and identify new formats, platforms and opportunities.
Establish clear editorial standards and maximise social-first, digital and video opportunities.
Lead first-team coverage across matchdays, training, transfers and key football moments.
Work with Football and Communications to maximise access and opportunities.
Create positive narratives connecting the team with supporters.
Develop original stories around players, supporters, heritage and community.
Create content capable of generating PR pick-up and reaching audiences beyond Club channels.
Lead creative content for transfers, kit launches, major campaigns and commercial activations.
Connect Content, Marketing, Communications, Partnerships and Retail around strong creative ideas.

Requirements

Minimum seven years’ experience in sports digital content, preferably football
Proven experience creating and implementing sports content strategies
Strong knowledge of football/sports content trends, audiences and platforms
Experience working within a professional football or sports environment
Proven ability to manage and develop multidisciplinary teams
Creative, proactive and dynamic, with high standards and strong strategic thinking
Excellent relationship-building skills across multiple departments
Comfortable working with sports professionals and senior executives
Flexible regarding matchdays, irregular hours and extensive travel
Natural leader able to engage and inspire others

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
Pension and life insurance
Healthcare cash scheme
Travel season ticket loan
Cycle to work scheme
Priority access to apply for match tickets
Discounted season tickets
Staff discounts in the club store, café and our official partners products and services
Discounted gym membership and onsite fitness room facilities
Family friendly leave policies

West Ham United

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