The Write On initiative is now closed. This page is for information
only.
Introduction
Why Write
on?
Who is it
for?
What next?
Guidelines
for applicants
Faq's
VOF
and NUS
Information
for press and partners
INTRODUCTION
We all like to read something refreshing,
engaging and thought provoking, but could you write about football
like that?
Write On is an initiative aimed at discovering
and nurturing talented writers of any age who love football,
and have the knowledge and confidence to articulate their passion
for the game.
WHY WRITE
ON?
We want to encourage diversity, promote
inclusion and create freedom of expression in football by offering
the game’s fans a chance to get their voice heard.
The football community is both vast and
multifaceted; by bringing together fans of all backgrounds
who share a love of football and a flair for writing, we hope
to best reflect this unique and challenging environment.
WHO IS IT
FOR?
Anyone passionate about football who can
express their views in an engaging and original style.
WHAT NEXT?
So, have you got what it takes to make
it onto our team?
Email:
writeon@voiceoffootball.com with 'Application' in the subject
field
You should tell us why you think you are
a suitable candidate for Write On, and provide details of your
name, age, a contact email address and if possible a daytime
telephone number.
GUIDELINES
FOR APPLICANTS
• We
can only accept applications from people resident in the
United Kingdom.
• You
must not be a professional writer
Further terms and conditions for
voiceoffootball are available here,
and the voiceoffootball privacy policy can be accessed here.
FAQ's
• What
does the application process involve?
After you have emailed us we will contact you to assess your suitability.
•What
do successful applicants receive?
After assessment the aim would be for you to be a voiceoffootball columnist,
regularly contributing writing.
• Where
do I work from?
Wherever your computer is.
• Is
this an actual job vacancy?
No, Write On is an initiative to offer experience and opportunity.
•Is
it full-time?
No, the time commitment is relatively flexible; negotiable between you
and us.
• Will
I get paid?
At present there are no plans to offer payment to successful applicants.
• What
will I be expected to write about?
Columnists will be writing about aspects of the game that interest them,
with the idea being to comment on the issues of the day, offer opinion
and promote debate.
VOF
AND THE NUS
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Voiceoffootball is
pleased that the National Union of Students is
backing the Write On campaign.
Pav Akhtar, the NUS Black Student’s
Officer, told VOF, “Write On represents an
excellent opportunity for students to gain valuable
experience of journalism and enjoy the benefits of
publication.”
Pav, who wrote for the Daily
Telegraph for two years before joining NUS, added, “Hopefully
it will assist successful applicants to the scheme
with their study and future career prospects, which
is why we will be working with VOF to promote Write
On to the NUS membership.”
With the NUS’s commitment
to improving the lives and experiences of students
in the UK, VOF values their support for Write On
which will help with the continued success of the
initiative.
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INFORMATION FOR PRESS AND PARTNERS
Voiceoffootball was launched in June
2005
The Write On initiative was launched in July 2005
More information on the site can be found here
Further news relating to Write On will be published
on Voiceoffootball.
If you would like to be included on our press
list, are interested in running a story, or want to get involved with
Write On as a partner, please email: theeditor@voiceoffootball.com
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