Cheltenham Town Football Club is looking to recruit a Media Assistant on a full-time basis.
The successful candidate will support the Media & Communications Manager in producing various content for the club’s website and social media channels as well as assisting in the management of the club’s various media relationships and supporting club stakeholders in their media obligations.
This role will require a willingness to work unsociable hours, including but not limited to all first team match days, evenings and any club events that may fall outside of normal working hours.
A relevant degree in media or journalism is required.
Reporting to: Media & Communications Manager
Salary: Dependent on relevant experience
Core responsibilities you will cover as part of this role include:
- To support the coverage of the club’s first team, academy and community trust.
- Attend first team fixtures, home and away, to produce social media coverage, match reports and interviews etc.
- Write previews, news stories and other features to enhance the club’s media output.
- Create engaging, first class social media content.
- Writing, filming and editing various features for CTFC channels.
- To work with the club photographer around club events and matches.
- Work closely with the commercial and marketing departments and support campaigns to help promote the club and its partners.
- Work closely with the community trust to support and improve their media output.
- Any other tasks as instructed by the Media & Communications Manager.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
- A relevant degree in media or journalism.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a car.
- Strong understanding of football.
- A solid understanding of social media trends.
- A general understanding of Cheltenham Town Football Club and the competitions and league CTFC compete in.
- Knowledge of the Gamechanger CMS system.
- Excellent understanding of social and traditional media.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- First class interview skills and techniques.
- Excellent copywriting and proofing skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- An excellent understanding of the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Premiere Pro.
- Driven, ambitious and ability to think on your feet and able to work in high pressure situations/environments.
- Ability to work to tight constraints and balance and prioritise multiple tasks at once.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to jamie.duncan@ctfc.com including why you would be the suitable candidate for the role.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 1st May 2026.
Please note that this job posting may close earlier should we find the successful candidate.
*No recruitment agencies please
Equality Statement
Cheltenham Town Football Club is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity.
Safeguarding Statement
Cheltenham Town is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk in line with The FA’s Safeguarding Policy and Regulations. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and adherence to the Club’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
