Sports Players
8AI USED FOR8%moving to53%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£20,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE →
Sports Players
Sports players compete at football, rugby, tennis, netball or dozens of other sports - at school, club or professional level. They train hard, work with their team and play in front of crowds.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
The Football AssociationGoverning body for football in England, overseeing professional leagues and player development.UK SportThe government agency responsible for supporting Olympic and Paralympic sports in the UK.British AthleticsThe governing body for athletics in the UK, focusing on athlete development and competitions.Manchester United FCOne of the most successful football clubs in the world, offering various roles for players and support staff.London SportAn organisation dedicated to increasing participation in sports across London, with various roles in sports development.England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)The governing body for cricket in England and Wales, providing opportunities for players and coaches.