Sports Writer

About Quidich

Quidich Innovation Labs is a global company headquartered in Mumbai, India that pioneers in customized technology solutions for Sports Broadcast. From the outset, we have believed in the power of the story that sport tells as a tool to bring people together; and that this story best reaches fans, through the way it is broadcast. Building on this thinking, we have created various technology tools over the past five years and deployed them at tournaments such as the Indian Premier League, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, ICC Women’s World Cup and Men's FIH Hockey World Cup, to name a few.

What’s Unique About Quidich?
• Your work will be consumed by millions of people within months of your joining and will impact consumption patterns of how live sport is viewed across the globe.
• You work with passionate, talented, and diverse people who inspire and support you to achieve your goals.
• You work in a culture of trust, care, and compassion.
• You have the autonomy to shape your role, and drive your own learning and growth.
• You will be a part of world class sporting events.
• You will have an opportunity to work in live broadcast scenarios.
• You will work in a close knit team that is driven by innovation.

Role

As a Sports Writer at Quidich Innovation Labs, you will embark on an exciting journey in the world of sports technology and play a vital role in helping the brand connect with global audiences through communication and PR. We are looking for a talented writer who is excited about sports and has previous experience covering content on major international sports tournaments in leading media and publishing companies. In this role, you will work closely with other teams to brainstorm ideas, create concepts, and develop messaging for the brand’s digital touch points (website and social media) and work on building in-house content for newsletters, videos and proposals.

Responsibilities
• Developing content strategy tailored to short- and long-term marketing goals
• Building an editorial calendar for all social media channels
• Create and publish press releases, blog articles, and short content/copy for social media
• Brainstorm and propose new content initiatives to increase engagement and reach
• Collaborate with business development, strategy and other teams for editing, proofreading and improving pitch decks, proposals and website content
• Completing writing projects, meeting deadlines and following content requirements in terms of style and project specifications

Required Skills and Competencies
• Previous experience in building sports content for broadcasters or publishing houses
• Previous background as a copywriter
• Knowledge of digital content strategy and creation of editorial calendar
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong research skills, excellent time-management and organizational skills
• BSc/BA in marketing, English, journalism or related field

Additional Qualifications, Skills and Competencies
• Degree/Masters in sports management

Reporting To Senior Brand Manager

Joining Date Immediate (Mumbai)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:
• Provident Fund

Schedule:
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:
• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Mumbai - 400059, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
• total work: 1 year (Preferred)