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College Football Scout

Clemson, SC · On-site

$100/hr

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Director, Product Management

Nashville, TN · On-site

$225K - $235K/yr

... data, cross-sport intel, and scout-grade comparison tools. Scouting & recruiting product ... football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men ...

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What is a football data scout?

Football Data Scouts are professionals who collect, analyze, and interpret data related to football matches, players, and teams. They observe games live or via video to record statistics such as passes, shots, tackles, and player movements. Their insights help clubs, coaches, and analysts make informed decisions about player recruitment, tactics, and performance improvements. Data scouts play a crucial role in modern football by providing objective and detailed performance metrics.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a football data scout?

To thrive as a Football Data Scout, you need a deep understanding of football tactics, player evaluation, and statistical analysis, often supported by a background in sports science or analytics. Familiarity with scouting databases, video analysis software like Wyscout or Instat, and data visualization tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work independently make candidates stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for accurately identifying talent, providing actionable insights, and supporting informed recruitment decisions.

How does a football data scout typically collaborate with coaches and analysts within a club?

A Football Data Scout works closely with coaches and performance analysts to provide detailed insights on player statistics, tactical trends, and opposition analysis. They often attend regular meetings to present their findings, tailor reports to the team's specific needs, and respond to requests for targeted data. This collaboration ensures that scouting insights are actionable and aligned with the club's strategic objectives, helping coaching staff make informed decisions during training and match preparations.

What is the difference between Football Data Scout vs Football Analyst?

AspectFootball Data ScoutFootball Analyst
Required CredentialsSports-related certifications, data analysis skillsSports analytics certifications, statistical knowledge
Work EnvironmentSports clubs, scouting agencies, data firmsMedia, clubs, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in talent scouting and player evaluationPerformance analysis, tactical insights
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding scouting roles, data skills neededAnalyzing football performance, tactical data

Football Data Scouts focus on identifying and evaluating players using data, often working directly with clubs or scouting agencies. Football Analysts interpret data to provide tactical insights and performance evaluations. While both roles require data analysis skills and sports knowledge, Football Data Scouts are more involved in talent identification, whereas Football Analysts focus on tactical and performance analysis.

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Scouting Heroes College Football Data Scout - Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

AEG
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Attend college football games within the assigned region and collect live play-by-play data using the Data Collection Tool.

  • Work closely with the game-day support team to ensure data is recorded quickly and accurately during games.

  • Maintain reliability and commitment to attending all scheduled games, and communicate effectively with team members.

Job description

Scouting Heroes is seeking a College Football Data Scout with a passion for sports to join our team. In this role, you will attend college football games and collect live play-by-play data. This is an excellent opportunity for sports enthusiasts with a high attention to detail, strong communication skills and ability to work in a high-stakes environment.
What You'll Do as a Data Scout
  • Attend Western Michigan Football games and potentially other schools in your current region and surrounding areas of up to a 1-hour travel distance.
  • Record and collect in-time real data on our Data Collection Tool
  • Work closely with the game-day support team to ensure data is being recorded quickly and accurately. Collect data for College Football games

What You'll Bring
  • Reliability. We are looking for people who can commit to every game that is planned for coverage in their area. We have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to "no-shows."
  • Driven Work Ethic. Must be one who communicates quickly, wants to learn, is ready to work, and enters data within the company expectations.
  • Communication. We are looking for people who are very comfortable on the phone, responsive via email, and any other company communication platforms. Communication is essential to this position.
  • Preparation. We take training seriously and achieve the determined deadlines so you can apply that knowledge into entering perfect data on game days. This is a fast paced, high intensity environment.
  • Honesty. Integrity is critical to the overall collection of sports data.
  • Football Knowledge. Must have interest in College Football. Knowing the rules and having the drive to shore up any gaps in rules knowledge will be needed.
  • Feedback. Work closely with our Scouting Operations teams to ask questions. We want you to succeed in training and we give you the tools to do so.
  • Have fun. We are a fast paced, small team that prides itself on continually improving. We are looking for people that thrive in fast-paced, competitive, and high stress situations.

Requirements
  • Must have full availability during the 2025-2026 College Football season. This includes weekends/week nights. The typical amount of games ranges from 3 - 7 but could be more dependent on the area you are located
  • Must be located within 1-hour travel distance of the College Team that you are applying for
  • Strong knowledge of College Football (Tip : Make sure you come to the interview prepared with knowledge of any rule changes for this season)
  • Must have a smartphone and along with access to a computer
  • Strong comfort level with technology, specifically iPhones
  • Fluent English in speaking and writing
  • Reliable transportation

Important - PLEASE READ
  • This is a part-time, independent contractor role for the 2025-2026 College Football season. Performance dictating, there is the potential of additional contracts for other sports and/or seasons.
  • Interviews start in early April and upon hire, the training would begin in late July.
  • If you are selected for an interview you will receive an email via TeamworkOnline inviting you to select a date and time for an interview (reminder to check your spam folder).
  • Please check your spam folder, as interview invites have gone to spam in the past.
  • A cover letter will be required when applying. We are looking for a paragraph on why you think you'd be a fit for the role and also why you are interested in College Football.
  • Interviews will be done using Google Meet or Zoom. You will be quizzed on college football rules and procedures (be sure to study up on your referee signals). You will also be asked some questions regarding the previous college football season.

As an official affiliate of DraftKings, Scouting Heroes connects top talent with dynamic opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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