Trainee Club Journalist

JOB PURPOSE

• Write articles for the Club website and matchday programme to preview and review first-team matches.
• Increase the coverage of Luton Town's Academy with regular match previews, reports and engaging articles for club website, app and matchday programme.

• Contribute new and creative ideas to help increase the profile of the Luton Town Community Trust, covering events when required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Day-to-day creation and publishing of articles across all of the Club’s website and app, with a particular focus on the Academy.
• Write first-team match previews for publishing on the Club website and app, attending first-team matches when possible.

• Attend fixtures to cover Luton Town Academy games for official Club channels
• Ensure Academy content aligns with the Club’s overall branding, tone, and style, following guidance and direction from the Head of Press & Communications.

• Interview players and coaches for pre and post-match content/articles.

• Attend Luton Town Community Trust events when required and write reports for website, app and matchday programme.

MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

• A strong passion for football and storytelling, with a keen interest in sports journalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly, accurately, and engagingly.
• Basic experience in writing match reports, news articles, or features (university work, student media, or personal blog).
• Strong attention to detail and an understanding of spelling, grammar, and journalistic tone.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle fast-paced, time-sensitive content such as match reports or breaking news.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks or deadlines.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and matchdays as required.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn within a professional football club environment.

Additional Information:

• This role is an Internship
• Reasonable expenses will be covered
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a car would be advantageous