Job Description

Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech.  We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting.  

Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights.  In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favourite sports teams and competitions.

How do we add value?

• Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.
• Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.
• The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.
• Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there.  However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine.

We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Responsibilities:

The Deputy Editor will help us shape the future of Stats Perform News’ industry-leading sports content, helping to drive fan engagement for a range of global media outlets, broadcasters and publishers across a range of sports.

The role will be key to driving the news and content agenda across our output, with responsibility of supporting the Senior Editor to plan the day-to-day agenda, lead on major event planning, effectively manage the budget and making sure the wider operations team are sourcing the best raw footage and assets to allow our production teams to create engaging and dynamic storytelling.

The Deputy Editor will assist the planning and newsgathering of our daily sports news and content service which will enable our production team to create broadcast/digital/social and audio bulletins.

They will drive the news agenda for the entire service working alongside production and editorial leads to deliver high-quality video and editorial content, powering syndication and bespoke content creation onwards to our diverse client base.

The candidate must have their finger on the pulse of the daily sports news agenda, show a track record of client-focused content delivery and an ability to innovate to drive engagement with end users.

The successful candidate will manage an Assistant Editor, overseeing their development through the setting of clear goals and objectives with the Senior Editor. You will also work closely with team stakeholders to drive synergies across the wider department.

You will, in addition, work in tandem with our Data, Data Insights, Marketing and Commercial teams to align all our functions and create synergies.

As a Deputy Editor you will oversee your own content strands as well as make sure your reports are effectively managing their dedicated areas. By reporting to the Senior Editor, you will support with the quality control of our content; this will also include managing our worldwide network of freelance video journalists who support the newsgathering function.

You will thrive in a breaking news environment and enjoy the challenge of reacting to a developing story, while generating coverage ideas at speed. On occasion you will deputise for the Senior Editor in the day-to-day running of the newsgathering team.

Required Qualifications:

• Drive the day-to-day newsgathering of content for the department via assisting the management of the team of Assistant Editors, including planning, building relationships with external partners, federations, teams, agents and agencies.
• Undertake line management responsibilities for staff, including appraisals and reviews, mentoring and training.
• Driving synergies with other areas of the wider department, including the Data Insights/Video/Editorial teams.
• Reporting and contributing through presentations and innovative ideas to regular strategic planning with all the stakeholders in the department.
• Effectively manage the newsgathering budget, including tracking and reporting costs to the Senior Editor.
• Oversee the effective running of admin responsibilities within the team including the rota, payroll, and finance functions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum five years’ experience leading and driving a news team, including line management responsibility and leadership experience.
• Evidence of creating high-quality and innovative content for Editorial/Broadcast/Digital and social audiences.
• Excellent editorial judgement, including knowledge of media law.
• Excellent sporting knowledge.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant production systems, including, where applicable, Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Strong news sense and confidence in setting the daily agenda.
• Camera skills to a high level.
• Strong understanding of commercialising content, either in a B2B or D2C environment.
• Experience of working in an international/multi-regional organization.
• Additional language skills (e.g. French, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian).
• Experience of using data to drive the content agenda.

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more!

We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us.  At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.  

We take care of our colleagues

We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, ‘No Meeting Fridays,’ and flexible working schedules.

We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all.

We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values.

With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.