Bloodstock Editorial

Centurycomm Ltd is a media company which focuses on horseracing, greyhounds, football and sports betting. The company publishes a daily national newspaper and runs multiple websites and mobile products including RACINGPOST.com . It also has an iPad newspaper app and a growing syndication operation as well as two weekly newspapers and a books division. The business employs approximately 280 permanent staff and also hires freelancers and contractors.

The business has invested significantly in the development of digital services for both existing and potential markets. Racing Post is a leading digital publisher with a number of world-class websites, spearheaded by RACINGPOST.com, which includes an online subscription service. Racing Post has developed award-winning mobile and tablet products which are crucial in extending the appeal of the brand to a new audience. In addition to racing-related products, the company is also expanding its digital product range into sports such as football.

BLOODSTOCK EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP

LOCATION: CANARY WHARF, LONDON

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual, with a passion for and in-depth knowledge of the bloodstock and horseracing industries, for an internship in our Bloodstock Editorial Department.

This internship will be full-time, for the duration of six months and will be paid with mentoring provided throughout.

The Ideal candidate will be an ambitious, confident, highly motivated self-starter with a strong interest in journalism. They will be educated to A Level standard or equivalent. Exemplary verbal communication skills and a high standard of written English, with excellent attention to detail is essential.

They should also possess the following attributes:

- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise
- Good microsoft Office skills
- Creative ability
- Proactive approach
- Deadline-driven

Closing date for all applications is 5pm, Friday, May 9, 2014.

TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE SEND YOUR CV WITH A COVERING LETTER TO OR HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, RACING POST, 23 RD FLOOR, ONE CANADA SQUARE, LONDON, E14 5AP.