Sports Statistician - Africa, Asia and Oceania

As a Sports Statistician at Genius Sports, your primary responsibility involves watching games and meticulously reporting every significant action—each run, kick, throw, and tackle. This real-time data collection feeds into a broader sports data ecosystem, assisting leagues, teams, and media outlets in delivering insightful sports coverage.

To qualify as a Sports Statistician with Genius Sports, you need to possess a deep knowledge of sports rules and basic tactics, alongside reliability and excellent organizational skills. A good understanding of smartphone technology is also crucial, as you'll be using Genius Sports software to report your findings.

You will receive a fixed payment per game you cover as a Sports Statistician at Genius Sports. Additionally, we have a Gamification ranking system that offers opportunities for pay increases based on your performance and experience.

Genius Sports provides a comprehensive training and testing program designed to prepare you for your role as a Sports Statistician. The training will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure you can deliver high-quality analyses of the games you cover.

Yes, candidates must regularly be available on weekends and some weekday evenings to cover games. This flexibility is essential to stay connected with the ongoing sports events across the globe.

When answering this question, focus on specific sports you've tracked or analyzed data for. Highlight any relevant technologies or software you've used and demonstrate your passion for sports analysis.

To respond effectively, mention resources like sports news websites, apps, or social media accounts you follow. Show that you're proactive about staying informed and passionate about sports.

Discuss your attention to detail, methods for double-checking your work, and how you manage distractions during games. Highlight any experiences where accuracy was paramount.

Talk about your approach to managing stress, such as prioritizing tasks or maintaining focus under pressure. Provide examples of past experiences where you succeeded in a fast-paced environment.

Share your passion for specific sports and what draws you to them. This is an opportunity to express your enthusiasm and knowledge about various games, which is key for the role.

Emphasize your ability to communicate clearly and effectively. You can support your answer with examples of how you've collaborated with others or shared information in previous roles.

Be specific about software or applications you've used to track statistics, analyze game footage, or report data. This shows your technical capability and readiness for the role.

Offer a detailed story of a time when your analysis influenced a decision or highlighted a trend. Demonstrating the impact of your work showcases your value as a Sports Statistician.

Highlight your methodical approach to learning new sports, including researching rules, watching games, and gathering insights from experienced fans or professionals.

Share your enthusiasm for joining a leading sports technology company and how your values align with Genius Sports' mission. Show that you understand and appreciate their role in the sports industry.