Samuel Gill

Head Editor and Site Manager @ Assendelft Media BV | Journalism

Greater Leicester Area

About

Steering the editorial helm at Assendelft Media BV, my role as Head Editor and Site Manager for TennisUpToDate.com has been a journey of elevating sports journalism. The team and I have transformed the platform into a premier destination for tennis enthusiasts, leveraging expertise in digital content strategy and a deep-seated passion for the sport. My tenure with DartsNews.com has been marked by significant growth, positioning it as a go-to resource within the darts community. Our success is a testament to a collaborative effort to deliver incisive analysis and comprehensive coverage. With each story and event, we strive to enhance the fan experience and foster a deeper appreciation for the sports we cover.

Experience

  • Journalist at Assendelft Media BV
    Aug 2017 - Present · 9 yrs

    Currently full-time Head Editor and Site Manager of TennisUpToDate.com - a fast rising Tennis website hosted under the Assendelft Media banner - handle a team of writers delegating articles and also writing myself. Work also as a chief editor for DartsNews.com since the website's iteration under the same banner helping to grow the site into one of the leading websites dedicated to the sport in only a few years. Attend many tournaments as an accredited member of the media and am known for my expertise in writing about the sport.

  • Head Editor at Riders Hub
    Nov 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

    Run Riders Hub - a website/YouTube channel dedicated to unprecendented coverage of Leicester Riders, the no.1 basketball team in the UK. Comes after 2 years working with the club/Leicester Mercury and forging links with them to gain the access and go alone with a new project

  • Owner/Head Editor at The British Wrestling Revival Blog
    Aug 2013 - Present · 13 yrs

    The first work I did in the industry creating my own site from scratch which I still run to this day. Interviews with top talent from the independent Wrestling scene with a lot going on to big promotions such as WWE and IMPACT Wrestling. Reviews for top British Wrestling promotions and WWE Home Video UK/ Fremantle Media UK. As well as reviewing films with publicity released with my quotes on for British Wrestling documentaries.

  • BTCC Writer at The Checkered Flag
    Jan 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 7 mos

    Cover British Touring Car Championship for The Checkered Flag.

  • Riders Correspondent at Leicestershire Live
    Jan 2019 - Mar 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Working as part of a work experience placement for the Mercury in association with the Leicester Riders. Providing content including features with players for the paper over an extended period of time.