Job Description

Company Description

We are on the hunt for a

Commercial Senior Sports Producer

to join Reach Studio and lead a new team who are responsible for delivering an exciting new slate of original content for our new YouTube channel 'All Out Football'. Reporting directly to the Head of Original Content and sitting within the wider Studio department, you will use editorial judgement and production experience to deliver a fast-paced, high profile weekly studio show, longform docs and shortform social video.


We are partnering with a high profile brand to bring this channel to life and meticulously constructing it from its infancy. Consequently, you will be able to contribute significantly to the broader creative direction, assisting in precisely defining the tone and diligently implementing our envisioned strategy.


Reach Studio launched last year and is a unique blend of editorial and commercial talent, serving multimedia content to both our audiences and advertising partners. Our dynamic team is made up of highly skilled video producers, videographers, editors, designers and strategists. Reach Studio has already launched a variety of content and podcasts including our branded conten

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Let's Start Talking podcast,

Mirror Gaming socials

and an

exclusive interview with Virgil van Dijk

.

From developing existing vodcasts to producing new video series' and formats that our audiences will love, we want you to join us for what's next.

This is a hybrid position working from the Head Office in Canary Wharf 3 days per week, we are therefore open to candidates based in and around London. The typical working pattern is Monday to Friday but some flexibility around major events is required to keep our studio ahead of the curve.

About this role

You will develop, produce and direct short and longform premium original video series for YouTube & social video platforms, working with high profile on-screen football pundits and presenters, with a watertight duty of care process and experience of fee negotiation.


One of your main responsibilities will be to manage the team which includes a Producer, Videographer, Senior Video Editor and Social & Community Channel Manager - shaping their workflow, sharing knowledge and teaching best practices. Ensuring that performance, development, inclusion and wellbeing is at the heart of everything you do.


You will be a forward planner be able to look at the bigger picture and plan for future projects.


You will be responsible for managing the entire project workflow, ensuring optimal use of skills, resources, and content across multiple projects, while maintaining consistent quality. You will always be on the lookout for new talent/content creators we should partner with and opportunities to monetise content, as well as generating ideas and getting stuck into any development session including those with senior editorial teams across the business.

What you need to succeed

The ideal candidate is a digital-first sports content expert with strong directing and edit producing skills. Someone who is deeply immersed in the cultural sport conversation and attuned to online trends. You are experienced in creating successful content on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, and have a proven track record of setting up studio and on-location shoots across the UK. This individual thrives under pressure in fast-paced environments, consistently demonstrating initiative, problem-solving abilities, and creativity.


With exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, you should be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team. You excel in content development, storyboarding, scripting, editing, and confidently pitching ideas. Proactive and motivated, you embrace any task with a positive attitude and a collaborative approach, especially when working with short turnaround times.

How we'll look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role, you'll get a range of benefits, including:

25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to. An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart. Big moment day - an extra day's paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married, moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!) Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings. Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice. Supportive and progressive people policies - we're proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldn't have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us, which is why we share

this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers

.

If there's something you want to understand more about, just ask - it won't make a difference to your application. A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments. Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner, and pay for it through salary sacrifice. Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family. Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reach's very own online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products. Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology

Additional Information

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.