Ben Brown
Great Torrington,Devon
Summary
An organised, dependable and sociable character who thrives working in a group environment as well as managing individual responsibilities. I have gained valuable experience during my time at University, being a part of a Professional Football Club's Media team, creating several pieces of content weekly. I have also managed a club's social media pages as an individual, providing content on either Instagram or TikTok daily.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Media Intern
Forest Green Rovers Football Club
Nailsworth, Gloucestershire
2024.08 - 2026.05
During my time at University, I was a Media Intern with Forest Green Rovers Football Club for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 seasons.
Performed multiple tasks during the week and match-day to support the club.
I provided Programme Notes and Match Previews in the week for the club to use on their website and Social pages.
Controlled Twitter feed and wrote Match Reports as the Written Expert on Match-Day, enhancing real-time engagement with fans.
I also gained experience in videography, capturing pitch-side footage of goals and recording Manager Robbie Savage for our 'Mic'd Up Series'.
Created pre-match content for the club's social media pages, including scene setter, players' arrivals, and warm-up footage, driving fan anticipation.
Post-Match, I would record the celebrations/players thanking fans alongside the interviews with both the manager and player.
Marketing secretary
University of Gloucestershire
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2024.06 - 2026.06
During my time at the university, I was the Marketing Secretary of the Men's Football Club.
Here, I would control all of the club's social media pages, creating various pieces of content.
During my time in the role, I created over 500 graphics, consisting of line-ups, results, team of the weeks, champions posts and many more.
I also created several TikToks across my two years in the role, achieving over 235,000 views in the process.
Football coach
Goal Getters
Barnstaple, Devon
2023.03 - Current
Coached football for over three years at 'Goal Getters'.
Delivered P.E lessons, after-school clubs, holiday camps, and development sessions to enhance children's skills.
Fostered confidence in children's football skills within a welcoming and engaging environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham 09/2023 - 05/2026
A-Levels - Media Studies
Exeter College
Exeter 09/2019 - 05/2021
A-Levels - Sport Science
Exeter College
Exeter 09/2019 - 05/2021
A-Levels - History
Exeter College
Exeter 09/2019 - 05/2021
GCSEs - Various
Great Torrington School
Great Torrington, Devon 09/2014 - 06/2019
Skills
Written Expert
Videography
Social Media
Interviewing Experience
Graphics
Editing Experience
Accomplishments
Great Torrington School:
Sports Personality of the Year 2019
Bob Brewer Sports Award 2019
Exeter College:
Sport Science Student of the Year: 2019/2020 & 2020/21
Medaille University, Buffalo New York:
Soccer Scholarship: 2021-2023
NCAA Empire 8 Soccer Championship 2022
Team First Award 2021/22
University of Gloucestershire:
University of Gloucestershire Sports Personality of the Year 2026
References
Ben has made an excellent contribution during his placement at Forest Green Rovers,
showing a high level of commitment, professionalism, and enthusiasm throughout the
season. He quickly became a dependable part of the club’s media department and
approached every task with a positive attitude and strong willingness to learn across the
2025/26 campaign.
Across both home and away fixtures, Ben played an important role in supporting the club’s
media output, helping to maintain consistent and engaging content throughout the season.
His passion for content creation and storytelling has been clear from the outset, and he has
continued to improve his filming and editing skills to produce work that reflects the
standards and identity of the football club.
During matchdays, Ben was trusted with capturing important moments from games,
including key action, celebrations, and behind-the-scenes content, often working under
challenging conditions while remaining focused and reliable. Alongside his creative
responsibilities, he also took ownership of producing match previews and programme
content ahead of fixtures, consistently delivering well-written and informative pieces to a
high standard.As Ben begins his journey within the professional sports industry, maintaining a strong level
of commitment and consistency will be key to his continued success. Working in football
requires dedication, adaptability, and a willingness to go above and beyond, all of which he
has already demonstrated throughout his placement. By continuing to embrace new
opportunities, learn from those around him, and approach every challenge with a positive
attitude, he will place himself in a strong position to grow within the industry. Professional
sport can be demanding, but Ben has shown the work ethic, resilience, and enthusiasm
needed to build a successful career within it.
Name & title: Harry Andrews | Marketing and Partnership Executive
Signed: Date: Wednesday 6th May 2026
Timeline
Media Intern
Forest Green Rovers Football Club
2024.08 - 2026.05
Marketing secretary
University of Gloucestershire
2024.06 - 2026.06
Football coach
Goal Getters
2023.03 - Current
GCSEs - Various
Great Torrington School
09/2014 - 06/2019
A-Levels - History
Exeter College
09/2019 - 05/2021
A-Levels - Sport Science
Exeter College
09/2019 - 05/2021
A-Levels - Media Studies
Exeter College
09/2019 - 05/2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
University of Gloucestershire
09/2023 - 05/2026