James Brock
Leeds,Yorkshire
Summary
Ambitious Sports Journalism student at Leeds Beckett University with extensive practical experience across professional football club media, live broadcasting and freelance journalism. Currently part of Leeds United’s media team, contributing published editorial content across academy, women’s and first-team platforms, including first-team matchday programmes and the club website. Alongside club media work, I co-produce and present Soundsliketeamspirit on Leeds Student Radio, the UK’s largest student-led sports radio show, and a weekly podcast. Experienced in written, audio and visual sports content, with a strong ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, live sporting environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Leeds United Football Club - Media Team
Leeds United Fotball Club
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2023.08 - Current
- Produced written editorial content for official Leeds United platforms, including first-team matchday programmes and the club website
- Collaborated across U18, U21, Women’s and First Team media operations within a professional football environment
- Contributed match-related content under strict deadlines in live matchday settings
- Worked alongside media staff to support content creation, interviews and publication processes
- Gained experience operating within professional media protocols and club communications structures
Leeds Student Radio
University of Leeds
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2025.02 - Current
- Co-produce and present a weekly live sports radio show, Soundsliketeamspirit, the UK’s largest student-led sports broadcast
- Deliver live football discussion, analysis and interviews to a national student audience
- Plan show content, structure and running order alongside co-presenters
- Contribute to a weekly sports podcast, developing presenting, production and editorial skills
- Work effectively in fast-paced live broadcast environments
Freelance Journalism
Freelance
2022.09 - Current
- Captured live-action sports photography in professional football environments
- Delivered high-quality imagery under tight turnaround times
- Developed understanding of visual storytelling within sports media
- Gained media accreditation at football clubs such as Wycombe Wanderers, Bradford City, Barnsley FC
Hospitality - Barman
The Cock and Rabbit
Lee Common, Buckinghamshire
2022.05 - 2025.01
- Delivered high levels of customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Developed strong communication and teamwork skills
- Balanced employment alongside academic study and media commitments
- Demonstrated reliability, professionalism and time management
Education
BA (Hons) Sports Journalism - Sports Journalism
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 2022.09 -
GCSE/Alevels - Business, Classics, Theatre Studies
Berkhamsted School
Hertfordshire 2012.09 - 2023.06
Skills
Journalism & Editorial
- Match reports, previews and post-match analysis
- Feature writing and news reporting
- Conducting player and staff interviews
- Copy editing and proofreading
- Writing to tight editorial deadlines
Broadcast & Audio Media
- Live radio presenting
- Podcast hosting and production
- Scriptwriting and show planning
- Audio recording and production
- Audience engagement and communication
Sports Media & Club Media
- Professional football club media operations
- Programme writing for first-team publications
- Collaboration across academy, women’s and first-team environments
- Working within press and media protocols
Digital & Visual Media
- Writing for digital platforms and websites
- Multi-platform storytelling (print, digital, audio)
- Sports photography in live match environments
- Visual storytelling and image selection
Professional
- Time management across multiple roles
- Working under pressure in live environments
- Team collaboration and communication
- Self-motivation and initiative
Timeline
Leeds Student Radio
University of Leeds
2025.02 - Current
Leeds United Football Club - Media Team
Leeds United Fotball Club
2023.08 - Current
Freelance Journalism
Freelance
2022.09 - Current
BA (Hons) Sports Journalism - Sports Journalism
Leeds Beckett University
2022.09 -
Hospitality - Barman
The Cock and Rabbit
2022.05 - 2025.01
GCSE/Alevels - Business, Classics, Theatre Studies
Berkhamsted School
2012.09 - 2023.06