David Collins

London

Summary

Detail-oriented and data-driven analyst with an MSc in Performance Analysis in Football and a BSc in Business Analytics. Experienced in collecting, cleaning, and analysing football performance data to support decision-making in both scouting and match analysis contexts. Skilled in using tools like Nacsport, Wyscout, Python, RStudio, and Tableau for creating impactful visualizations and insights. Combines a strong foundation in statistics and big data with hands-on experience in scouting, reporting, and coding football matches. Adept at managing large datasets and delivering clear, actionable insights to coaches, analysts, and recruitment departments. Known for strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Video Scout

Oldham Athletic

Remote

05.2024 - 09.2024

Watched and analysed three matches per week focusing on transfer targets.
Wrote detailed scouting reports evaluating players’ tactical, technical, physical, and mental attributes.
Provided recommendations for recruitment; reports were archived in the club’s internal database.

Football Data Analyst Intern

PlayerStat Data

Remote

01.2021 - 05.2021

Designed pass maps, shot maps, and heatmaps based on in-game data.
Built a player rating model using key football metrics.
Conducted trend and performance analysis across multiple competitions.

Education

MSc - Performance Analysis in Football

UCFB

London

08-2024

BSc - Business Analytics

Technological University Dublin

Dublin

05.2023

Skills

Database Entry
Data Collection
Report Writing
RStudio
Statistical analysis
Video Coding

Data Accuracy & Attention to Detail
Communication & Team Collaboration
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Time Management & Report Delivery
Adaptability to New Software and Tools