{"id":9730,"date":"2024-07-29T10:30:34","date_gmt":"2024-07-28T22:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/?p=9730"},"modified":"2024-07-30T11:25:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T23:25:37","slug":"sports-industry-careers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/sports-industry-careers\/","title":{"rendered":"So, You Want a Job In the Sports Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you love sports but hate <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">actually<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> exercising? If you\u2019re responding with an enthusiastic nod, today\u2019s blog might be perfect for you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contrary to popular belief, becoming an athlete isn\u2019t the only way to secure a job in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sports industry.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> There are tonnes of other exciting roles available for sports fanatics, even if you\u2019re not quite coordinated enough to join the wahs.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Working in the Sports Industry is so Cool<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you\u2019re working in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sports industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, you\u2019re working to encourage healthier lifestyles, global collaboration, and everyone to strive to do their personal best. All in all, it\u2019s a pretty admirable endeavour!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you still need some convincing, other sports-industry benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Driving Tourism<\/li>\n<li>Boosting Local Economies<\/li>\n<li>Connecting with Viewers<\/li>\n<li>Making People\u2019s Days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, because Aotearoa is such a sports-obsessed nation<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, job openings in the sports industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> can be super competitive, and this puts off many aspiring athletes (and other mega sports fans who aren\u2019t aware of the range of jobs in the industry.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To show you the best ways to lock down a career in sports, we\u2019re covering some lesser-known career pathways in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sports industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, describing the most responsible way to pursue an extremely competitive job, and dropping our top tips on how to stand out from the crowd!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jobs in the Sports Industry<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9734 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1.png\" alt=\"jobs in sports industry\" width=\"3000\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1.png 3000w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1-1024x307.png 1024w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1-1536x461.png 1536w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/1-1-2048x614.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3000px) 100vw, 3000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like we were saying before, becoming an athlete isn\u2019t your only option when attempting to crack open the sports industry. There are a tonne of other pathways out there if you just take the time to look.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To start you off on your search, we\u2019ve put together a list of our favourites. However, it\u2019s important to remember that these aren\u2019t your only options; if none of the following suit you, keep looking! We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll find your perfect fit.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Athletic Scout<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you think you have an eye for up-and-coming talent in the sports world? Do you spend your weekends attending various sporting games and supporting lesser-known teams? Do you like uplifting and empowering others with athletic gifts? If you\u2019re nodding your head yes, it could be time to consider pursuing a career as an athletic scout.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Athletic scouts sniff out talent; they evaluate the players in lesser-known teams and sign them. Essentially, they\u2019re the ones who build the foundations of our favourite sports teams; It\u2019s pretty exciting stuff!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Athletic Trainer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re equally interested in personal training and big-time sports, a role as an athletic trainer would be a perfect fit! Athletic trainers design training programs for athletes that help them reach strength and conditioning goals. The programs that they develop also aim to prevent injuries on the field, so they\u2019re basically safeguarding the best of the best!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sports Anchor<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Those of us who aren\u2019t built for playing on the field but still want to be in the spotlight can explore the role of a sports anchor! A sports anchor\u2019s role revolves around researching, writing, producing and reporting on sports events and news. They often rub shoulders with the best of the best in the sporting world, and they either cover a range of sports or specialise in one. If you choose this path, your whole job will be to share your passion for sports with the world!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sports Writer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want to do the same thing a sports anchor does without having your face plastered all over a bunch of television screens, working as a sports writer might be more your speed. Sports writers provide in-depth analysis of sporting events, cover breaking stories and interview top players. They also hold the power to shape how the public sees famous athletes and top-tier teams, so they\u2019re responsible for holding the pros accountable for their actions and making sure they don\u2019t act up!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sports Photographer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The role of a sports photographer is fairly self-explanatory, but we\u2019ll offer a quick run-down nonetheless. When your day job involves snapping away for sports-related media outlets, you\u2019ll be invited to all the big <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sporting events<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, be able to get right up close to the action and capture images of all your favourite players and coaches. If you ask us, it can\u2019t get much better than that!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Social Media Manager for a Sports Team<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like regular social media managers, sports social media managers work on content creation, increasing engagement, promoting their brand, and developing social media strategies; the only difference is that they\u2019re rooted in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sports industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! Thus, they work for sports teams, athletes and sporting organisations. People working in this role are usually able to get a little more creative with how they communicate sports news and market teams.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tips for Entering an Oversaturated Job Market<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9733\" src=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2.png\" alt=\"land a job in a competitive industry\" width=\"2000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2.png 2000w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2-1024x307.png 1024w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/2-1536x461.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unfortunately, when you\u2019re chasing after a particularly popular role, you should be taking some \u2018just in case\u2019 kind of precautions. Essentially, you\u2019ll want a backup plan.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While this sounds like a pessimistic suggestion, it\u2019s an important one. Who knows, you might never need it (or you might choose to pivot to your backup plan after a few years in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sports industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). The point is that it\u2019s good to keep your options open and not to put all your eggs in one basket.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pick a Broad Job Category<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you look at the alternative job options we\u2019ve listed above, many of them are in the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">media industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Thus, a media degree or certification can set you up for your dream job <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a lot of equally fantastic media jobs that aren\u2019t in the sports industry.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Build Transferrable Skills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While it\u2019s tempting to invest all your time into developing specialised sports-related skills, transferrable skills are equally important (and could be a huge help if the sporting industry is a little too tricky to crack). Transferrable skills are great to lean back on when you\u2019re in trouble, and they\u2019re not to be neglected.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Invest Some Serious Time into Your Resume and Cover Letter<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it\u2019s time to start sending off applications, it\u2019s common for us to feel a little overexcited and apply without checking over what we\u2019re sending in. However, it\u2019s crucial to ensure your resume looks top-notch before firing it off (and you\u2019ll need a super well-written cover letter too).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Kickstart the Career of Your Dreams<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With all of our tips and tricks under your belt, you\u2019re now ready to go forth and find that dream <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">job in the sporting industry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For extra tips and tricks, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/industry\/sports-recreation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sports and recreation<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> industry page<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (it might just help you plan out your next steps)!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span> Do you love sports but hate actually exercising? If you\u2019re responding with an enthusiastic nod, today\u2019s blog might be perfect [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":9731,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[32],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9730"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/58"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9730"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9730\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9740,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9730\/revisions\/9740"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9731"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9730"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9730"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9730"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}