Multimedia & Content Executive

Job Title:                                         Multimedia & Content Executive

Location:                                         FAI HQ, Abbottstown, Dublin

Direct Reporting Line:             Social Media & Content Manager

Commencement Date:              TBC   

Duration:                                         Permanent / Full Time

Work Model:                                  Hybrid

Introduction

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is the national governing body for football in Ireland, driving the growth, promotion, and development of the game at all levels. We are passionate about inspiring participation, supporting talent, and celebrating the power of football to unite communities across the country. With a proud history and an ambitious vision for the future, the FAI is committed to fostering excellence on and off the pitch, ensuring the game is inclusive, accessible, and a source of national pride.

Purpose of the Role

This role exists to create, publish, and deliver high-quality multimedia content that strengthens the FAI brand, supports fan engagement, and enhances the digital presence of Irish football. The Multimedia & Content Specialist will focus on videography, editing, and social media publishing across all platforms, while also providing content and communications support during international windows, including travel with national teams when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality video content, including filming, editing, and post-production for all digital and social platforms.
• Plan, create, and publish daily content across the FAI’s social media channels, ensuring posts follow brand guidelines and platform strategy.
• Deliver match day content production, including real-time video capture, behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and quick-turnaround edits for social posting.
• Support the Communications Manager and/or Head of Communications during international windows through a dotted-line reporting structure, contributing to media, content, and digital output as required.
• Travel internationally with national teams to capture and publish on-location content during camps, matches, and tournaments.
• Work closely with the Social Media Manager to ensure all content aligns with the organisation’s digital strategy and tone of voice.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to support integrated campaigns with multimedia assets.
• Create graphics, motion elements, and short-form content tailored for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and X.
• Manage digital asset storage, tagging, organisation, and archiving to ensure efficient workflows.
• Monitor emerging content trends, platform capabilities, and best practices to support innovation across FAI channels.

Person Specification

• A creative storyteller with strong technical expertise in videography, editing, and digital content production. 
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment. 
• A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. 
• Comfortable with travel, live event environments, and international schedules. Flexibility is required due to sometimes being required to work evenings & weekends.  
• A professional person, who blends in with high performance and elite environments. 
• A proactive problem-solver who thrives under pressure and adapts quickly to changing scenarios. 

Key working Relationships

The successful candidate will work closely with:

• Social Media Manager (reports into) 
• Head of Communications & Communications Manager (dotted line) 
• Commercial team (collaborates with, takes briefs from, provides reports to) 
• Football Division (collaborates with, takes briefs from, provides reports to) 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven experience in videography, including filming, lighting, and audio capture.
• Advanced editing skills using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience publishing content across multiple social media platforms.
• A strong portfolio showcasing video work, digital storytelling, and high-quality editing.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally for football windows and tournaments.
• Skills in graphic design or motion graphics using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar.

Desirable:

• Experience in sport, entertainment, or live events social media 
• Experience working with elite athletes, comfortable directing them and also with blending into the background when required.

Skills & Professional Knowledge

• High-level proficiency in video production and editing workflows. 
• Strong understanding of social media content formats, audience expectations, and platform trends. 
• Excellent storytelling skills with ability to develop and deliver engaging short-form content. 
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, especially during live events or international trips. 
• Knowledge of camera operations, audio equipment, lighting techniques, and file management. 
• Social Media publishing & digital execution 
• Collaboration across marketing, digital & communications 
• Match Day & International travel content delivery

Our Benefits

We are proud of the range of benefits we can provide:

• Two premium level tickets to each home international game
• Sick pay scheme and family friendly leave
• Opportunities to work at international matches
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Bike to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programs
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours working arrangements
• Discounted access to the National Aquatic Centre and gym complex

 

Application Details

Closing date for receipt of applications is close of business on Friday, 10th April 2026.
Shortlisting and interviewing process will take place thereafter.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I).