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Writing for Manchester United

Are you a Manchester United fan who would like to write for Britain’s biggest Manchester United magazine? ? Are you passionate about Manchester United and have a good knowledge of the club? Then we are looking for you.

As Red Army Magazine continues to grow we are looking out for the very best in new Manchester United related articles that we can share with our international followers.

Our Website, for the Manchester United community, offers latest news, a medium to chat, debate and read the opinions of others. We recognise that there are talented writers out there who are serious about their work and have a passion for sports writing.It is with those writers we will further our mission around the globe.

If the anticipation of this unique opportunity has your creative brain ticking with excitement then consider the following questions.

What does Red Army Magazine want me to write about?

Any aspect of Manchester United; from the present day players to timeless historic articles. Transfer gossip, articles on the team, articles on the fans, the stadium, the match day experience, Manchester United jokes, quotes, blogs. Anything that gets the website’s viewers and members talking to each other, debating your article over the forum, or simply laughing at your viewpoints on the funny side of football. If it’s connected to Manchester United and it is of serious quality, then there is always room for your work in Red Army.The style in which you write is up to you – so whether you’re a straight talking journalist, a tongue in cheek joker, sarcastic, satirical or have the ability to rouse a reaction in people with your articles there will always be an audience to indulge in your work.

What standard does it have to be?

We are looking for writers of a high standard, writers that can produce something stimulating and emotive, something different to the daily patter that clogs up the mainstream sports pages.

How will my effort be published?

If you wish to write on a regular basis such as a weekly column or a regular themed article then your article will be published online and/or in our magazine. Red Army Magazine goes to 40,000 Manchester United fans per month, with over 1.1 million readers per season.

Write well researched articles relating to Manchester United
Interview players (and ex) on issues to support the writing
Conduct research on different issues to support the writing
Willing to develop an article at least once per week

Qualifications

Excellent writing skills
Ability to connect with others
Willing to make cold calls for research leads
Strong online research skills
Curious, innovative, asks questions, generating new ideas and solutions
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-directed and eager to meet or exceed objectives

What’s do I do to be part of this?

If you would like to to write regular articles for Manchester United fans from around the world then we want you to get involved. Subscribe to our mailing list below which is just for writers only. Send a cover letter and tell us what you are going to bring to Red Army. Showcase you talents with an article of approximately 750 words about your favourite aspect of Manchester United, written by you. You’re on your way to being part of Red Army!

Then don’t forget: Email editor@redarmy.co.uk

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