Missions
01
Provide live commentary for sporting events on television or radio
02
Prepare for each event by studying teams, players, statistics, and stakes
03
Host debates and sports analysis shows in studio
04
Conduct pre-match, post-match, and pitchside interviews
05
Collaborate with pundits and analysts to enrich the commentary
Career evolution
Lead commentator / flagship voice of a sports channel
Presenter of major sports shows
Sports pundit and editorialist
Head of sports editorial
Job outlook
Highly competitive profession with a limited number of positions in major media
New opportunities through streaming platforms and sports podcasts
Growing demand for multilingual commentary for international competitions
Possibility to launch a career via social media and online platforms
Skills
Excellent diction, clear voice, and ability to improvise liveEncyclopedic sports knowledge and thorough understanding of the rulesAbility to convey the emotion and drama of a sporting eventOn-air confidence and stress management during live broadcastsProficiency in one or more foreign languages for international competitions
Education
Bachelor's / Master's in Journalism or Communications
Degree from a recognized journalism school with a sports specialization. Regular commentary practice (community radio, web, podcast) is a major asset for standing out.
Workplaces
Television channels (Canal+, beIN Sports, ESPN, Sky Sports, BBC)
Radio stations (talkSPORT, BBC Radio 5 Live)
Sports streaming platforms
Stadiums and sports venues (on-site commentary)
Production studios and TV sets
Salary
2,200€/mois6,000€/mois
+10 XP