ROULEUR

Digital staff writer

Closing date for applications will be January 31, 2025

We are pleased to be able to share a rare and unique opportunity to join Rouleur’s award-winning editorial team, helping to form the creative identity of one of the most prestigious media brands in the cycling world.

 

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to jobs@rouleur.cc

 

The Role

Rouleur is renowned across the world for delivering the highest level editorial content. We are looking for a digital staff writer to help take Rouleur’s digital content to the next level.

Rouleur is one of few independent publications in the cycling media space, offering a successful candidate the chance to be involved in many aspects of the business, taking a central role in driving the growth of Rouleur’s digital channels.

 

Reporting to Rouleur’s digital editor, key responsibilities will include:

  • Playing a key role in coverage of men’s and women’s WorldTour racing throughout the season
  • Feature writing for the website across racing, travel, tech and culture, with some contributions to the magazine
  • Taking a leading role in conceptualising and creating podcast series
  • Contribute to creating content with Rouleur’s commercial partners
  • Contribute to creating newsletters and social media content
  • Support and participate in live events throughout the year, including Rouleur Live

Key skills and experience

  • Above all else, you must be an exceptional writer, and have a passion for cycling
  • At least three to five years of experience in journalism or digital content creation
  • Proven experience in live sports event coverage
  • Willingness to work regular weekend shifts and travel in line with races and events
  • An outstanding long-form feature-writing portfolio
  • Experience in creating and appearing on podcasts
  • A strong knowledge of content trends in newsletters, social media and search engine optimisation
  • An entrepreneurial approach to digital content – developing original and innovative ways to deliver Rouleur’s brand to different audiences through new channels
  • Excellent time management and communication skills
  • Experience with analytics tools
  • Experience working across different CMS

Desirable:

  • Multimedia skills and experience

What Rouleur offers:

  • Opportunity to assert your skill set and have a profound impact on a small but rapidly growing business
  • 25 days holiday a year (excluding bank holidays)
  • Lifestyle and discount opportunities within the cycling industry
  • Staff discount across all products and services within the group
  • We are a small company, growing fast - compensation will be dependent on experience

Job vacancy first posted 13/01/2024