Press Box PR is looking for a betting & gaming writer to join its B2B team and drive its next phase of growth.
Reporting into the B2B department head, the role would suit a content specialist who is comfortable writing press releases, interviewing industry leaders, and communicating with clients.
The individual should have a significant portfolio of published work and should understand the preferences and requirements of working with trade journalists. You will have a proven track record in news, journalism, or PR and should feel comfortable writing about a wide variety of topics.
The successful applicant will produce compelling content on behalf of clients, many of which are industry leaders. As such, the successful candidate will require a broad understanding of the gambling industry and its multiple stakeholders, from regulators and operators to lawyers and technology providers.
PR experience is not essential as Press Box PR has a proven track record of hiring journalists and enabling them to flourish and develop in a public relations role.
Press Box PR has committed to investing in its B2B department, which is both fast-moving and ambitious. The successful candidate will join the business at an exciting time as it prepares for a prolonged period of growth.
Requirements
* At least a year’s experience as a showbiz journalist at a mainstream online news publication or in an agency as a digital PR
* A thorough understanding of how entertainment, the royals, and other relevant topics are covered in digital media in the UK and globally
* A great understanding of the entertainment calendar
* A network of relevant journalist and editor contacts and an ability to grow more
* Ability and creative flair to respond to trending topics to produce stories and research features to secure mainstream media coverage
* Ability to react creatively and efficiently to real-time news to generate coverage
* Strong editorial judgement in entertainment and trending/SEO topics
* Ability to create engaging and newsworthy copy
* A willingness to proactively pitch to media publications
Salary, benefits, and perks
* Annual bonus scheme paying up to 15%
* Enhanced private pension
* 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Annual leave increases by one day for each year worked (up to five years)
How to apply
To apply, please send a CV and some examples of work that demonstrate your betting & gaming knowledge to hiring manager Jake Evans at jake.evans@pressboxpr.co.uk.
Press Box PR is an equal opportunities employer encouraging applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Press Box PR will cover costs of interview travel for applicants from outside of Manchester.
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