Talent Scout

Job Brief

This Talent Scout job description template can be used to advertise job openings and recruit qualified candidates for your company. Although this job description is geared towards athletic scouts it can be easily modified to suit university or entertainment talent scout positions.

Job Description

• ● Watch various sports games at local high schools and colleges
• ● Attend professional sports games
• ● Identify players with high potential and outstanding skills and style
• ● Network with agents, venue managers and coaches who can introduce you to new talent
• ● Reach out to talented athletes and conduct preliminary interviews to understand their motives and professional goals
• ● Arrange meetings between athletes and coaches or team managers
• ● Coordinate contract negotiations between athletes and the team
• ● Watch game footage to gather athletes’ performance stats
• ● Gather and share with coaches and team managers the new athletes’ personal data (like medical history, athletic background and contact details)

Job Requirements

• ● Work experience as a Talent Scout, Sports Coach, Sports Manager or similar role
• ● Experience as a college or professional athlete is a plus
• ● Familiarity with sports contracts and negotiations
• ● Good at math and statistical analysis
• ● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• ● Availability to travel frequently and to work during evenings and weekends
• ● A BSc or apprenticeship in sports management is a plus