The Professional Squash Association (PSA) is the governing body responsible for overseeing and administering men's and women's professional squash worldwide. With over 1,500 registered players and an impressive calendar of over 1,000 tournaments per season, the PSA showcases the pinnacle of squash in some of the most unique and stunning locations worldwide.
The PSA Group is composed of three distinct entities:
1. Squash Media and Marketing Limited: Specialising in the promotion and broadcasting of squash, this entity manages and exploits the commercial rights of the PSA and its key stakeholders to drive revenue.
2. PSA Foundation: The charitable arm dedicated to promoting the growth of squash, supporting player welfare, and making the sport more accessible to all.
3. The PSA: The core organisation responsible for the governance, administration, and strategic development of professional squash.
Together, these entities work to elevate the sport of squash, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community while delivering top-tier professional squash experiences to fans worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us in celebrating and promoting the excitement and athleticism of squash at its highest level and an exciting time to join the sport with squash’s Olympic debut at LA28 on the horizon.
Squash Media & Marketing works closely with multiple partners - including the World Squash Federation (WSF) - to support them with their communications efforts.
Whilst PSA is primarily responsible for the governance of professional squash, the WSF are the global governing body for squash as a whole and is responsible for developing the sport worldwide.
Job Purpose
The Media Assistant will produce written and social media content for WSF primarily but will also contribute to wider projects across the PSA media team if required. The role will be based at PSA’s head office in Leeds.
The PR and Media Assistant role is ideal for a media and communications generalist looking to work in professional sport.
Reporting to: PR & Media Senior Executive
Key Responsibilities
* Produce written content for WSF digital channels, including match reports and feature pieces.
* Ensure the WSF website is regularly updated with articles, videos and other relevant content.
* Edit short-form video content for WSF’s social media channels.
* Edit graphics for use across WSF’s social media channels.
* Support PR & Media Senior Executive to create content calendar for WSF.
* Conduct interviews with players and officials.
* Draft press releases & other PR materials.
* Work with National and International Federations to support their communications activities.
* Work closely with other SMM partners to promote their initiatives.
* Occasional international travel to provide on-site media support at major WSF events.
About you
* Proficient with short-form video editing using video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro).
* Proficient with Adobe Photoshop.
* Adept at planning to ensure that deadlines for multiple projects are met.
* Capable of working to short deadlines and fast turnaround times.
* Must have impeccable organisational and communication skills; able to work cross-functionally to keep all team members up to date on projects and statuses.
* Willingness to work outside normal office hours and to be on call as required during evenings and weekends to handle media enquiries.
* Willingness to travel to events as required.
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
What we offer
* Holiday entitlement 25 days (+UK public holidays).
* Pension contribution.
* International travel.
* Wellbeing Programme including employee assistance programme.
* Extensive social events calendar.
* SQUASHTV subscription.
* Opportunities for Learning & Development.
* Social squash sessions.
How to apply
The PSA values the diversity of its global multicultural following and aims to have a reflective workforce. We therefore actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please upload your CV and covering letter.
Closing Date: 23rd January 2025.
Only applicants with the right to work in the UK will be considered.
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