Are you passionate about football and looking for your first break in the sports industry?
Dagenham & Redbridge FC is offering a hands-on Ticketing & Retail Work Experience role at Victoria Road—an opportunity to gain valuable experience at a professional football club while supporting two exciting initiatives.
About the Club
Dagenham & Redbridge FC (“Daggers”) is a treasured and historic National League East London football club with roots tracing back to 1881, uniting legacies of Leytonstone & Ilford F.C., Dagenham, Redbridge Forest and Walthamstow Avenue.
In recent years, the Club has undergone improvements in facilities, announced a 10-year ground sharing agreement with West Ham Women and deepened community ties, all while continuing to provide authentic match day experiences for passionate, local fans. Under new ownership, by Club Underdog, the club looks forward to an exciting and fruitful chapter ahead.
Role: Social Media & Video Assistant
Location: Victoria Road Stadium, Dagenham, UK, RM10 7XL
Term: 10 weeks (Starting June 2nd)
Salary: Unpaid, with performance-based incentives
About the Role
This role is perfect for someone eager to learn about the business side of football, particularly in ticketing, retail, and fan engagement. You’ll play a key part in the launch of our new ticketing system, helping to onboard fans and improve the matchday experience. Additionally, with a new kit supplier coming on board, you’ll support the rollout of fresh merchandise, ensuring fans have access to the latest Daggers gear.
While this is an unpaid work experience role, there will be a commission structure based on sales performance, giving you a chance to earn while you gain experience.
Responsibilities
* Assisting with ticket sales—both in person and online
* Helping to promote and sell our season tickets for the year ahead
* Working in the club shop, handling merchandise sales and customer inquiries
* Supporting the launch of our new kit supplier and retail product line
* Assisting with promotions, fan engagement initiatives, and matchday operations
* Engaging with supporters and learning about football club retail and ticketing strategies
Qualifications
* Passionate about football and football culture
* Eager to gain experience in the sports industry
* Comfortable speaking with fans and working in a fast-paced environment
* Reliable, proactive, and keen to learn
* Experience in or familiarity with East London is a plus
What we can offer
* Hands-on experience leading video content at a professional football club
* A portfolio of work from real-world football projects
* Exposure to first-team training, summer friendlies, and commercial launches
* The opportunity to build your network in the sports & media industry
This is your chance to get your foot in the door in football—apply now and be part of an exciting new era at Dagenham & Redbridge FC, then please provide your cover letter and CV!
Deadline for Applications: April 30th, 2025
This position is based and located at the stadium. Candidate must be eligible to work in UK.
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