ZA Sports Journalist

Partnered with some of the World’s greatest Champions including Real Madrid FC, Michael Essien and Eder Militao, we’re on the lookout for some Champions of our own to be a part of the 'Top Ranked Fastest Growing and Most Successful Online Gaming Brand in the World'. Home to SportyBet, SportyTV, Sporty.com and the newly launched SportyFM, we continue to lead with innovation and exclusive sports content.

Sporty is expanding and we're building the world's go to platform for everyday entertainment.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate Junior Sports Journalist to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of experience in sports journalism and hold a relevant qualification in sports communication or journalism. This role offers the opportunity to grow your career while covering exciting sports stories, producing engaging content, and contributing to our digital platforms through blogging.

What you'll be doing

• Research, write, and publish accurate and compelling sports news articles and reports
• Produce regular blog posts on current sports events, trends, and athlete profiles
• Cover local and national sports events, conducting interviews and gathering firsthand information
• Collaborate with the creative team to refine content and meet standards
• Monitor sports news and social media trends to stay current and generate fresh story ideas
• Assist with multimedia content creation, including photos and video highlights, when needed
• Ensure all content is delivered on deadline and maintains high quality and journalistic integrity

What you'll bring

• Relevant qualification in Sports Communication, Sports Journalism, or a related field
• 0 to 3 years of experience working in sports journalism or related roles
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with attention to detail
• Passionate about sports with a deep understanding of local and international sports scenes
• Based in Cape Town, South Africa, with flexibility to attend live sports events
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced editorial team
• Basic knowledge of digital publishing platforms and social media management is a plus

What’s In It For You

• Brand new office in Century City, Cape Town
• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Hybrid role
• South African employment contract
• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses
• Top of the line equipment
• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

Personalised Support

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Your Move

If you're excited about this role, even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. We understand candidates may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all requirements, however your unique perspective is what helps us innovate and grow together.

If you're interested, we encourage you to apply! Every application is reviewed by a member of our team (AI is not used in our recruitment process), and we aim to respond within 48 hours.