James Yarrow

I am a reliable hard worker who is keen to rise to new challenges; I work well with other people in a team environment. I enjoy the demands of practical work and I'm efficient at working to tight deadlines. I am a team player and will help wherever needed.

Media Officer at Lincoln United (2024-08 – 2025-12)

Voluntary role during the 2024/25 season and up to Christmas of the 2025/26 season. Combined skills learnt at university with real-world football scenario. Mentored by Zack Leader, communications manager at Grimsby Town. Received the Lincolnshire FA Rising Star Award for work at Lincoln United. The media team received 'Best Use of Social Media' and 'Innovative Marketing' awards in September 2025.

• Writing match previews and match reports
• Producing matchday content including pre-match, live tweets and post-match interviews
• Editing and producing graphics
• Producing the matchday programme
• Writing press releases with club public relations in mind
• Producing midweek content, including training videos and shorter form content

Match Reporter at LincSport

Experience writing match reports and previews, providing coverage in a neutral perspective rather than that from the club.

Staff Member at Beds Barbecue Centre (2021-03 – 2021-08)

Worked during spring and summer of 2021. Initially worked on stock and deliveries but later became a more important member of the team responsible for larger barbecues and more independent work.

Concert and Events Setup at Various

Sporadic work setting up concerts and events throughout the summers.

BA Honours in Sports Journalism – University of Lincoln

NCTJ Accreditation in journalism and photography

A-Level – Mark Rutherford School

GCSE – Mark Rutherford School

Sport Science BTEC in Sport Science – Mark Rutherford School