Nub News is looking for a Football Reporter to cover one of Macclesfield's biggest rivals.

Towards the west of Cheshire, Crewe Alexandra are covered by our sister website Crewe Nub News.

Nub News are now hiring a Football Reporter to cover the League One club.

You will need to be an enthusiastic and skilled reporter to lead our independent Crewe Alex section.

You will need a deep understanding of the beautiful game to make Crewe Alex Nub News a strong voice for the fans and the best source of information, news and views on the club.

Nub News wants a multi-talented lover of football with the ability to write, broadcast, commentate and explore all aspects of a club that is right at the heart of its community.

Requirements for the role:

- A crisp writing style. Considered, analytical match reporting is vital as well as the ability to get to the heart of important matters on and off the pitch.

- Personable and able to build good relationships with players, staff and directors.

- Prepared to work evenings, weekends and whenever big news breaks.

- Thick-skinned enough to be able to cover all types of stories, both positive and negative for the club, without fear or favour.

- Substantial experience of social media is key, including Facebook Live.

- Journalism qualifications would be an advantage.

The salary is dependent on experience, but anyone is welcome to apply.

The hours are 20 to 40 per week.

For more details see here.

If interested please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected].

Earlier this week, it was announced Macclesfield will play another one of their rivals - Northwich Victoria, next season.

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