I am a creative professional with a passion for telling stories through video and social media. I earned a BA (Hons) in Football Journalism from the University of Derby, graduating with a 2:1. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into engaging, high-quality content. I have wide-ranging experience editing and producing content across platforms for high-profile teams and organisations, including Brentford FC, the Premier League, Whisper TV, BBC, the Women’s Super League, the LTA, and World Rugby. I’m proficient with Adobe Applications, comfortable with camera operating and settings as well as sound, and I enjoy collaborating with players, coaches, and media teams to drive engagement and results.

Elliot Yates

I am a creative professional with a passion for telling stories through video and social media. I earned a BA (Hons) in Football Journalism from the University of Derby, graduating with a 2:1. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into engaging, high-quality content. I have wide-ranging experience editing and producing content across platforms for high-profile teams and organisations, including Brentford FC, the Premier League, Whisper TV, BBC, the Women’s Super League, the LTA, and World Rugby. I’m proficient with Adobe Applications, comfortable with camera operating and settings as well as sound, and I enjoy collaborating with players, coaches, and media teams to drive engagement and results.

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I am a creative professional with a passion for telling stories through video and social media. I earned a BA (Hons) in Football Journalism from the University of Derby, graduating with a 2:1. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into engaging, high-quality content.

I have wide-ranging experience editing and producing content across platforms for high-profile teams and organisations, including Brentford FC, the Premier League, Whisper TV, BBC, the Women’s Super League, the LTA, and World Rugby. I’m proficient with Adobe Applications, comfortable with camera operating and settings as well as sound, and I enjoy collaborating with players, coaches, and media teams to drive engagement and results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner and Content Creator at The Bear Pit TV
March 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Owned and produced sports-focused video content across multiple platforms; built relationships with players and clubs; created long- and short-form content to drive engagement.
Sports Reporter at Staffordshire Evening Sentinel
October 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Covered local sports events and wrote feature pieces; contributed to online and print coverage.
Videographer at Mansfield Town FC
November 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Shot and edited video content for matchday and social media; collaborated with clubs and players.
Media Team at Gloucester City FC
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Built and managed media content for club; captured footage and delivered to social channels.
Intern at BBC Radio Stoke
April 1, 2022 - Present
Gained exposure to broadcasting operations and content creation; assisted with production tasks.
Sports Reporter at Worcester News
January 1, 2022 - February 28, 2022
Wrote match reports and sports features; contributed to digital and print editions.
Content Producer at Worcester Warriors RFC
July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Produced content for rugby club marketing, including video and social elements.
Video Content Producer at Morecambe FC
July 1, 2021 - Present
Created video content for the club; collaborated with staff on visuals and storytelling.
Content Intern at Brentford Football Club
June 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Created and edited video content; filmed on pitch side; built relationships with players.
Content Assistant Intern at Whisper TV
December 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Edited and distributed UEFA social media content; assisted on live client shoots; sourced archive footage; aided in interviews; gained exposure to industry-standard equipment.
Media Management at Premier League Productions
January 1, 2025 - February 28, 2025
Handled media management tasks across matches and productions; supported editing and distribution workflows.
Broadcast and Content Assistant at Derby County Football Club
February 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Captured and edited engaging content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook; produced content for live broadcasts; used Adobe Premiere Pro; assisted with shoots.
Content Executive at Coventry City Football Club
September 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Led on video production for match content, press conferences; worked with professionals; used Adobe platforms; built data-driven engagement.
Video Editor at IMG Studios
November 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance video editor cutting EFL match highlights in Adobe Premiere Pro; worked to tight deadlines and distributed highlights to EFL channels.
Content Producer at Morecambe FC
July 1, 2021 - Present
Produced content for club channels and social media.
Media Management (freelance) at Premier League Productions
January 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Freelance media management responsibilities for Premier League productions.

Education

BA (Hons) Football Journalism – 2:1 at University of Derby
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
BTEC Business Studies, BTEC Sport, A Level English Language & Literature at Hanley Castle High School, Worcestershire
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) Football Journalism at University of Derby
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
BTEC Business Studies, BTEC Sport, A Level English Language & Literature at Hanley Castle High School, Worcestershire
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) Football Journalism at University of Derby
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
BTEC Business Studies at Hanley Castle High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
BTEC Sport at Hanley Castle High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
A Level English Language & Literature at Hanley Castle High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
GCSEs (including Maths and English) at Hanley Castle High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

DBS Check
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
DBS checked
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other