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I’m Jonathan Burnett, a BJTC-qualified journalist and media producer who graduated from the University of Leeds in 2021 with a BA Honours in Journalism. Since then I’ve worked full-time and freelance across rugby and football outlets, building experience in reporting, presenting, writing and multimedia production.
I’m comfortable across formats and mediums and am passionate about delivering the highest quality work on every project. My career includes live commentary, interviews, video production and content creation for outlets like StatsPerform, The Sporting News UK and Breaking Media, and I love bringing energy, reliability and creativity to new challenges.
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Work Experience
Champ Rugby Commentator at Clubber TV
September 1, 2025 - PresentCommentating on Champ Rugby matches for Clubber TV, the RFU's broadcast partner for this competition, delivering live matches and related content.
Football Writing Correspondent at Breaking Media Limited
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Full-time football writer for Football Insider and related sites; covered clubs such as Everton, Liverpool, Leeds United and Rangers; promoted to the main Football Insider site in 2025; produced exclusive stories weekly, a weekly podcast, and conducted interviews.
Live Text Commentator & Previews Writer at StatsPerform
September 1, 2021 - PresentLive text commentary for Premier League, Champions League and other competitions; pre- and post-match reports; live updates; authored statistical preview articles for Opta Analyst from December 2025; coverage also tied to Six Nations broadcasts.
Head of Media at Widnes Vikings Rugby League Football Club
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023Led media operations including video, audio and written content; managed multiple social media channels; performed data analysis and reporting under IMG grading; helped revive social reach.
Rugby Reporter & Affiliate Content Producer at The Sporting News UK
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025Freelance role covering Autumn Internationals and 2022 FIFA World Cup; wrote match previews, live blogs, and exclusive pieces; contributed to Six Nations 2023 coverage and 2023 Rugby World Cup reporting.
Live Football Commentator at GB Vision
December 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024Freelance live football commentator for GB Vision; prepared and delivered minute-by-minute commentary for apps such as FotMob; built a home radio studio for broadcasting.
Work Experience at BBC Radio Leeds
May 1, 2022 - PresentShadowed the lead News Editor; assisted in writing and producing hourly news bulletins; conducted Vox Pop interviews for local stories.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited
December 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022Contributed to Rugby League Annuals (2021 and 2022 editions); wrote season reviews for multiple clubs and authored opinion pieces on the state of rugby league; content later referenced in 2021 and 2022 editions.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited
December 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Wrote season reviews for Toulouse, Wigan and Halifax for the 2022 Rugby League Annual.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited
October 1, 2025 - PresentContinued contributions through the 2025 cycle as part of ongoing Rugby League Annual content.
Rugby Commentator at Clubber TV
September 1, 2025 - PresentCommentating on Champ Rugby matches for Clubber TV, with in-person coverage and production outsourced to partners. Freelance engagement with creative freedom to shape coverage and develop an on-air style while continuing to learn and refine commentary craft.
Football Writing Correspondent at Breaking Media Limited (Football Insider)
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Wrote and edited articles for club-specific sites before earning a promotion to the main Football Insider site in March 2025 due to strong online traffic. Produced exclusive stories, weekly podcasts and conducted interviews with players and key figures.
Live text commentator & Previews Writer at StatsPerform (Six Nations Rugby)
September 1, 2021 - PresentLive match coverage across top leagues and international fixtures, with pre- and post-match reports, continuous live updates, and statistical preview articles for Opta Analyst. Contributed to Six Nations coverage used on official websites.
Head of Media at Widnes Vikings Rugby League Club
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023Led video, audio and written coverage, managed social media channels, and performed data analysis under IMG grading. Built up online presence and analytics across platforms.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited.com
December 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022Contributed to the Rugby League Annuals (2021 and 2022 editions), writing season reviews for multiple clubs and offering opinion pieces on the game's development; continued contributions into the 2022 edition.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited.com
December 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Wrote season previews and contributed to the 2022 Rugby League Annual, including coverage of Toulouse, Wigan and Halifax; authored additional content for 2021 edition.
Live Football Commentator (Freelance) at GB Vision
December 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024Live football commentary for apps, delivering minute-by-minute narration; gained experience in live radio-style broadcast and setup of a home studio.
Team Leader, Front of House at JD Wetherspoon
July 1, 2019 - PresentBar and floor staff; promoted to Team Leader in 2021 for leadership and delivering consistent service and task completion.
Champ Rugby Commentator & Presenter at Clubber TV
September 1, 2025 - PresentCommentating on Champ Rugby matches, presenting coverage, and conducting interviews; including Audio Description Commentary for The Showdown at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, delivering in-depth coverage with a personal presenting style.
Football Writing Correspondent (Online) at Breaking Media Limited (Football Insider)
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Full-time online journalist covering football. Routed exclusive stories, produced a weekly podcast, and conducted interviews; worked from home in a fast-paced breaking-news environment.
Live Text Commentator & Previews Writer at StatsPerform (Six Nations Rugby.com)
September 1, 2021 - PresentFull live match text commentary for top competitions, plus pre- and post-match reports and statistical previews for Opta Analyst; contributed to Six Nations coverage.
Head of Media at Widnes Vikings Rugby League FC
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023Led media operations, produced video, audio and written content, managed multiple social networks, and performed data analysis under IMG grading.
Team Leader (Front of House) at JD Wetherspoon, Cleckheaton
July 1, 2019 - PresentFront-of-house team leadership, serving customers and maintaining service standards.
Media Secretary at Leeds University Men's Rugby League Team
September 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020Media secretary handling photos, match reports, sponsor promotion and charity activities.
Club Secretary at Leeds University Men's Rugby League Team
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021Club secretary responsible for transport, pitch arrangements and referee scheduling for fixtures.
Charity Secretary at Leeds University Men's Rugby League Team
September 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020Charity secretary organizing fundraising and volunteering events for the club.
Team Leader (Front of House) at JD Wetherspoon
July 1, 2019 - PresentBar and floor staff; promoted to Team Leader in 2021; responsible for customer service, operations and guiding team performance.
Live text commentator & Previews Writer at StatsPerform, Six Nations Rugby.Com
September 1, 2021 - PresentFull match coverage with live updates, pre- and post-match reports; ongoing live commentary for major leagues and tournaments; began writing statistical preview articles for the Opta Analyst site in December 2025.
Football Writing Correspondent (Online) at Breaking Media Limited
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Full-time football writer for Football Insider; covered exclusive stories, produced weekly podcast, and conducted interviews; previously contributed to club-specific sites.
Published Contributor at Rugby League Project / League Unlimited.com
October 1, 2025 - PresentOngoing contributions including additional articles and season reviews; continued engagement with Rugby League Annual projects.
Education
BA Hons Journalism at University of Leeds
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021A-Levels & GCSEs at Heckmondwike Grammar School
September 1, 2011 - August 1, 2018BA Hons Journalism at University of Leeds
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021A-Levels & GCSEs at Heckmondwike Grammar School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2018BA Hons in Journalism at University of Leeds
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021A-Levels & GCSEs at Heckmondwike Grammar School
September 1, 2011 - August 1, 2018BA Hons Journalism at University of Leeds
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021A-Levels & GCSEs at Heckmondwike Grammar School
September 1, 2011 - August 31, 2018Qualifications
BJTC qualification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026BJTC qualification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026BJTC qualification
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026BJTC qualification
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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