Job title: Editor & Live Reporter Location: Nevada Closing date: Monday 13th May Overview of the role: Specializing in high-quality content for millions of users around the globe, PokerNews is the world's leading authority on all things poker. The site provides a range of daily news, reviews and strategies, and prides itself on comprehensive live coverage of poker events from all corners of the world. Attracting both new and experienced players alike, our customers also find exclusive videos, podcasts, poker room reviews, and much, much more.
What you'll do: Reporting into the Managing Editor, you will be responsible for creating high-quality, compelling, and engaging content that captivates millions of poker enthusiasts around the world. As Editor & Live Reporter, you will contribute to the overall PokerNews end-to-end content production as a writer and live events reporter.
Editorial and commercial content will primarily involve the poker vertical, but also on occasion for casino, free games, sweeps, or other iGaming verticals, with the aim of converting readers into players to achieve our commercial objectives.
In addition, you will also produce structured SEO content as guided by the PokerNews SEO team. You have your finger on the pulse regarding all things poker and know the niche by heart.
As Live Reporter, you will support the Global Events Manager and travel across the globe to perform live reporting duties on site, and (remotely) assist with the online live reporting production where needed. The PokerNews team brings fans live coverage from the biggest poker events in the world and is the exclusive Live Reporting partner of the World Series of Poker.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Contribute to the overall PokerNews end-to-end content production by writing compelling, engaging and high-quality editorial and commercial content in line with the PokerNews tone of voice
Assist the SEO Specialist in providing structured SEO-content and copywriting for poker and other gaming verticals across key markets around the world
Attend live events across the globe to provide real-time coverage of live events as they happen
Conduct interviews with poker players, industry stakeholders, and relevant celebrities where applicable
What you'll bring: Talented and enthusiastic writer with a knack for poker.
Knowing the poker niche in and out is considered a strong plus
You are proactive when it comes to chasing and writing up news stories and are self-managing.
Excellent English writing skills are a necessity.
Working knowledge of SEO and/or the ability write on a deeper strategic level are considered a plus, as is previous live event experience.
It's ok if you don't think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can contribute in some areas and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
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The group: PokerNews is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family, a global leader in sports betting, iGaming, and entertainment. We're not just another company; we're listed on both the prestigious FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). What sets us apart is our world class brands, cutting-edge products, and our International division includes our operations in over 100 global markets and offers sports betting, casino, poker, rummy and lottery, mainly online. What truly defines us is our commitment to ensuring that the excitement of gaming and entertainment is experienced in a responsible and sustainable way. Our remarkable team of over 8,000 colleagues drives this vision, spread across 28 offices worldwide.
