Bloodstock News Writer - Remote

Overview

Spotlight Sports Group is a global media and technology company specialising in content and data within sports betting, horse racing and fantasy sports. With over 400 employees, the group operates multiple award-winning brands, including Racing Post, the world’s largest horse racing affiliate, Pickswise, myracing and Free Super Tips. We partner with leading operators across the betting industry to produce and build multilingual, best-in-class digital products and content to engage and educate customers. ICS-digital, an international marketing agency including ICS-translate, also operates under the group.

In Short

• Write bloodstock news, racing stories and features in a timely and accurate manner
• Helping plan editorial content with the bloodstock international editor
• Attend major sales and events in Australasia when required
• Monitor the bloodstock market and trends in the industry
• Develop and maintain relationships with key industry figures
• Social media duties, including posting editorial content and breaking news on X, Facebook and Instagram
• Any other duties as and when required including proofing and writing Australasian-focused features for Racing Post Bloodstock desk
• Follow house style and adhere to media and copyright law
• Build and nurture a strong network of contacts in the racing industry

Requirements

• Strong writing skills
• Knowledge of the bloodstock market
• Experience in social media management
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with media and copyright law
• Willingness to travel for events

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading media company
• Flexible working arrangements
• Engagement with key industry figures
• Dynamic work environment