Scriptwriter Off Road Location: Bath (Onsite) Company: Play Sports Network
Are you a scriptwriter with knowledge and abilities in storytelling and creative writing Do you have an interest in the offroad mountain biking industry and racing If so Play Sports Network may have the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a scriptwriter to join our team to plan write and help schedule content across all our offroad channels (mountain biking emountain biking and tech). Youll be part of a team working closely with the Presenters Content Manager and Production Coordinator to ensure that the channels are delivering highquality and wellscripted content.
Youll need to have knowledge of or have a strong interest in developing your expertise in the offroad mountain biking industry as youll be writing and reviewing content about mountain biking. Youll also need to have excellent writing abilities and be adept at working well with stakeholders and other colleagues.
About Play Sports Network
Play Sports Network (PSN) based in Bath UK is a leading digital sports media company with a global presence specialising in cycling and trisports content. With a deep passion for these sports and unmatched expertise in video production and digital distribution PSN delivers toptier content to millions of fans worldwide across its major brands including Global Cycling Network (GCN) Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) Electric Mountain Bike Network (EMBN) and Global Triathlon Network (GTN). Our channels reach millions of viewers each month providing engaging informative and entertaining content on everything cycling.
Play Sports Network continues to thrive through a commitment to innovation and a passion for connecting cycling and sports enthusiasts. Based in Bath with a dynamic and collaborative team of 100 employees PSN fosters a creative environment that encourages growth learning and crossteam collaboration. We are always on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team and help us continue to deliver worldclass content and experiences for cycling fans worldwide.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Script Creation Research write and manage the creation of 10 indepth scripts per week to fulfill the content plans across the offroad channels.
Content Planning & Content Ideas Develop 5 content ideas each week for a variety of content types and audiences. Research draft and pitch content and script ideas for inclusion in each of the offroad channels content plans.
SEO/Evergreen Script Creation Research and write 50100 SEO/evergreen scripts across the channels for creation each year.
Content Plan Management Take ownership and responsibility to collate and filter ideas from the wider team flesh out ideas ready for approval.
Production Management In collaboration with the production and the presenting team manage your scripts from concept through to delivery ensuring they are delivered on deadline and as planned.
Quality Control Watch every video before they go live to ensure theyre excellent and as planned. To elevate any edit concerns to the presenters and creators as required.
Market Knowledge With an international focus develop and maintain a high level of knowledge across all disciplines of mountain biking and electric mountain biking (EMTB).
Writing & Subediting To write and subedit copy for a variety of channel content and marketing purposes as required.
Other Reasonable Duties To undertake additional tasks such as sourcing props or writing and researching social video scripts when required.
Maintain Brand Tone of Voice To develop and maintain a deep understanding of each channels brand and tone of voice and to adhere to these whenever scripting or communicating.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Editorial Judgement Able to understand how content is performing and what changes need to be made to improve quality
Influencing Communicates clearly with professionalism and credibility and is able to influence key stakeholders.
Mountain bike knowledge Knowledge of the offroad scene is useful for this role.
Research skills Ideally youll have worked in a role previously where you were required to research and plan content around your findings.
Experience of making compelling innovative content and communicating a clear editorial vision.
Good knowledge of the target audience their needs and expectations.
Planning and organisational skills. Ability to manage several areas of work at one time and react positively to changes in priorities.
Creative ideas Able to support the team to develop creative ideas which work across a series and engage diverse audiences in a creative environment.
Editorial Guidelines Able to develop a knowledge of PSN editorial guidelines and other compliance policies.
Impartiality Understand the importance of the PSNs values of accuracy and impartiality.
We value diversity and we welcome all talent:
At Play Sports Network we strive to create a welcoming inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and can thrive. We are committed to increasing diversity within our teams and actively encourage women and underrepresented groups to apply. We want to work with individuals who share a passion for making great content and we believe that diversity leads to more innovative creative exciting content and a better working environment for all.
Why Join Us
Work in a dynamic creative environment with a team of cycling enthusiasts who are as passionate about the sport as you are.
Grow your skills in a fastpaced evolving industry with opportunities for career progression.
Enjoy the benefits of working for a company that prioritises diversity inclusivity and innovation.
At Play Sports Network were not just looking for someone to fill a role were looking for someone who will bring their creativity passion and unique perspective to help us tell stories that inspire cyclists worldwide.
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