Soccer In-Ground Correspondent
Posted Oct 1 (24 days ago) · Last updated Oct 25
Key facts
Soccer data collector role in Kolkatta; live match data and team knowledge required.
Where and how
- Field
- Data & analytics
- Languages required
- English
Original job ad
As published by Stats Perform
Soccer In-Ground Correspondent role sitting within Stats Perform data collection operations. The incumbent will collect Opta data for analysis at collection hubs, delivering team-sheets and pre-game information ahead of kicks. Responsibilities include live in-play statistics collection from venues, collaborating with in-office analysts to ensure accurate data during matches, and confirming data with official sources where possible. The candidate should develop specialist knowledge of the designated teams to ensure high-quality live analysis, with training sessions during the close season and periodically throughout the year. Requirements include excellent communication, in-depth knowledge of soccer, attention to detail and data accuracy, knowledge of clubs in the region, and experience in performance analysis or data collection preferred. Candidates must be reliable and available for home matches, most weekends and weekday evenings. Compensation is paid monthly according to the page’s policy.
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About the role
Summarised by JobCrawls from the job ad above.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills
- In-depth knowledge of Soccer accompanied by a genuine passion for the sport
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Knowledge and awareness of a club or clubs in your region
- Experience of performance analysis and/or data collection would be an advantage
Responsibilities
- Ensure timely delivery of team-sheets and pre-game information in line with Opta deadlines
- Collection of in-play statistics and analysis live from the venues
- Working in collaboration with In-Office analysts to provide accurate live data during the matches
- Confirmation and clarification of data collected via official sources where possible and appropriate
- Acquire specialist knowledge of the teams designated to you in order to ensure high-quality live analysis
Skills & technologies
Data CollectionLive Data AnalysisSoccer KnowledgeEnglish Proficiency
About Stats Perform
| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Helsinki, Finland | 1 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Soccer In-Ground Correspondent | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
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| Mid-Level | 1 |