International Media Executive (Thai Proficient) – Leicester City

January 5, 2017

Location: Leicester, discount UK

Closing Date: Open until filled

Overview:

Key Responsibilities

To effectively and efficiently work with the media and marketing teams at King Power International to ensure delivery of their LCFC media-specific requirements.
To develop a regular stream of LCFC content for a Thai audience that will adequately populate the Thai-specific LCFC platforms managed by King Power’s media and marketing teams – both adapting existing content for a Thai audience and exploring specific, targeted content that will be used exclusively in Thailand.
To explore opportunities for the Club to penetrate other target territories through establishing media contacts, recommending new and emerging content channels and developing a more acute understanding of our international audiences.
To effectively manage the International PR Executive and make best use of their skills to achieve our goals.
To aid the development of the Club’s relationship with King Power International through facilitating regular e-meetings and, where necessary, international visits that might improve the media team’s working processes.
To develop potential PR opportunities and campaigns in Thailand and in other target territories so that a tailored content plan can be developed for major club events and announcements

Skills & Experience Required

Desired:

Fluency, spoken and written, in both English and Thai. Thai written copy should be up to professional publication standards.
At least three years of experience as a media professional and an excellent understanding of both the UK and Thai media landscapes.
An appreciation for Thai culture and an acute understanding of the country’s values.
Excellent organisational skills and the agility to adapt to changing circumstances at short notice.
Outstanding, creative and accurate Thai copywriting skills, particularly skilled in translation from English and proof-reading experience.
A creative, open-minded approach to work. • The ability to listen to others and to work well as part of a team.
The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. • Competence in IT, including the use of standard Microsoft Office programmes.
An awareness and experience of social networking, including platforms used in the UK, Thailand, China and other territories around the world.
The ideal candidate will be flexible to work unsociable hours including home and away matches as well as attending to work on Club events.

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