PitchTALKS: Work in Sport Podcast

A brilliant new episode of PitchTALKS: Work in Sport Podcast IS OUT NOW!

We've all seen the rise of TikTok over the last 18 months, its been a source of entertainment when everything else was paused, and as normality came slowly back, the real power of TikTok accelerated.

We're seeing businesses of all backgrounds put a lot more time and attention to the latest digital phenomena to engage with new and existing audiences.

Luke Gardner talks about his experiences of training and working as a video producer at Watford Football Club, and what his life now looks like becoming the producer for UEFA's TikTok channel, from being centre stage at the Euros, hopes for the upcoming European club competitions and finally, how you can kickstart a similar career.

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For those looking to work in football, Jordan's story gives a truly helpful guide on how and why you have to work up the football pyramid to reach the top, and he tells us about his new exciting role working as the social media editor for Manchester United Football Club.

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An episode which not only educates and informs, but will also give you a good laugh or two!

Episode 13 welcomes Lucie Johnson, having just accepted the role of Digital Marketing Coordinator at UEFA for the upcoming Women's Euros in 2022 - Lucie tells us her journey of her University experience and how to make the most of it, to taking every and any opportunity that comes her way which has seen her witness some of the best sporting action around, and being able to call the home of cricket & football her office.

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In this episode, PitchTALKS host Mitch Parris, brings together some of their most recent guests and picks out their top career advice given in their episode.

You'll hear advice on how to make it as a professional athlete, how to transition how of sport, different educational pathways, UEFA standards of accepting applicants, plus loads more!

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Join PitchTALKS for a special episode as we welcome Ade Oladipo, known for his appearances on Sky Sports, BT Sport, talkSPORT, ESPN & more!

Find out what gave him the motivation to work in sport, his very unusual career path into sports media, the tips behind creating content and his top tips for pursuing your passion.

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Series 4 Episode 11 is with Richard Allen, currently operating as the Director of Football at Loughborough University, but what does that actually mean?

Well, we find this out, along with the process of identifying and recruiting new talent for Premier League football academies and Richard's early experiences as the Manager and Senior Youth and Community Worker at The Crown and Manor Club.

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On the week the UEFA Euros 2020 begins, we welcome Thomas Junod currently operating at the Head of the UEFA Academy.

In this episode, you'll learn all about Thomas' early career as a Journalist, his decision to move into a few ‘office based roles’ from personal assistant at the Swiss Federal Parliament and Lecturer at a University, and his 14 year career at UEFA.

One of the best pieces of knowledge you'll get from this episode is what Thomas and his team at UEFA really look for when it comes to applications & CVs, so if you're looking to work in Football/UEFA, this is the episode for you.

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This weeks' edition of PitchTALKS is with Gareth Farrelly, former professional footballer with the likes of Aston Villa and Everton. We learn about making it at such a young age, the highs and lows of a playing career, then the mindset of transitioning from playing to finding a new goal in life.

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This weeks' edition of PitchTALKS is with Gareth Farrelly, former professional footballer with the likes of Aston Villa and Everton. We learn about making it at such a young age, the highs and lows of a playing career, then the mindset of transitioning from playing to finding a new goal in life.

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It's been a fast 8 months since Sam & Mitch came up with the idea of producing the PitchTALKS sports career podcast.

We've had the amazing opportunity to speak with individuals within the sports industry, fulfilling a variety of roles from former Olympians, Commentators, Marketers, Producer to Accountants & Journalists.

In this special episode, Sam & Mitch look back over the first 8 months, we stand out moments and advice on getting into sport.

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