Press Officer required

PRESS OFFICER

The UK Wave Tour in Association with The Mailing room continues to go from strength to strength. We are keen to develop our media presence in the Windsurf/Adventure media world.
The British Wavesailing Association is looking for a part time press officer for the 2017 UK Wave Tour.

Commitment
Depending on weather/forced date changes etc we are looking for someone who can commit between 17 and 22 days in the 2017 season. The list of provisional dates is here:
http://britishwavesailingassociation.blogspot.co.uk/ 

What is the role?
Assist event hosts in promoting their events
Attend BWA events.
Gather and deliver news stories promoting the wave tour events.
Post 'end of day' round ups at event.
Post an end of event 'Wrap up' report

The candidate?
Essentially you will be a passionate and informed windsurfer ideally with knowledge of wave events and competition. Importantly this is not a full time role and the remuneration is limited so it will most likely suit someone looking to develop their skills or extend their current vocation in media.
You will need to have a sound grasp of social media, good camera skills, flexible attitude and most importantly an ability to mix with competitors and garner exciting stories.
Oh, yoo wil need to be propar gud at speling and gramer and that! 

What we offer?
We will assist with travel and accommodation for each event.
There is also a 'daily fee' which we will discuss with candidates based on experience, commitment and other factors.

Interested?
Email : nigel@britishwavesailingassociation.com
or call 07977 419283 to discuss further.