Equipment Editor (Golf)

Job Title: Equipment Editor (Golf) Department: bunkered Reporting to: Head of Content (Golf) Location: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Aberdeen, or Manchester Ways of Working: Hybrid; 1 day a week in the Glasgow office Contract Type: Permanent bunkered, part of DC Thomson media company, is looking for an Equipment Editor to lead our golf gear coverage across all platforms. This role combines editorial flair, product expertise, and audience engagement, maintaining bunkered’s reputation as a trusted authority on golf equipment. Do you know your MOI from your COR? Your Qi4D from your G440? If so, we want to hear from you! bunkered is one of the UK's leading golf media brands and produces content across print magazines, digital, video, social media, and Apple News. The ideal candidate should be equal parts gear expert and storyteller – someone who understands the golf equipment landscape and can translate that knowledge into high-performing gear content that drives traffic, engagement, and commerce. You will own our equipment vertical, working closely with external agencies and equipment brands to deliver best-in-class golf gear content. Key Responsibilities Include: · Work with the Head of Content to develop editorial strategy for golf equipment coverage across web, video, social, newsletters, and podcasts · Write, film and edit product reviews, launch coverage, explainers, and buyer’s guides · Manage relationships with equipment manufacturers, PR teams, and industry insiders · Attend product launches, demo days, and industry events to report on new gear · Analyse audience data and search trends to guide equipment content strategy · Contribute to larger editorial projects, features, and tentpole golf events when relevant · Maintain credibility and transparency through trusted, independent gear coverage

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Essential · Deep knowledge of golf equipment and the golf industry · Play golf to a demonstrably high standard to competently test and review equipment and accessories · Strong writing and front-of-camera skills with a digital-first mindset · Experience producing content across multiple platforms (web, social, video) · Strong industry contacts or the ability to quickly build relationships within the equipment space · Clean and valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel internationally Preferred · Experience conducting club testing or fitting analysis · Background in YouTube, short-form video, or social storytelling · Understanding of launch cycles and the golf equipment business · Familiarity with SEO, analytics, and audience development Behaviours that will help this role succeed: · Collaborates across teams · Owns outcomes and follows issues through · Learns and adapts to improve workflows · Experiments with purpose to enhance delivery · Acts with curiosity and seeks better ways of working To apply for this role, please follow our online application process and submit a CV and cover letter. Closing date for applications: 6th May 2026 at 12:00noon