Sport Social Specialist job at Spotlight Sports Group

Remote; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic sports media organization is seeking a US Sport Social Specialist for a 12-month contract in London. This hybrid position involves daily content creation for social media platforms, focusing on NFL and U.S. sports. Candidates should have experience in digital content and a strong grasp of sports betting trends. The role requires creativity, the ability to adapt quickly, and knowledge of social media best practices.

Benefits

Unlimited or Flexible PTO

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Retirement Savings

Paid Holidays

Community Service

Qualifications

• Experience in digital content or social media within sports media or U.S. regulated betting space.
• Strong understanding of American sports, especially NFL.
• Ability to write engaging copy for social media.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily content creation across social platforms focusing on NFL and major U.S. sports.
• Develop and maintain a consistent voice and identity for the brand.
• Collaborate with editorial, design, and analytics teams.

Skills

Digital content experience

Understanding of American sports

Engaging social media copywriting

Knowledge of social platform analytics

Ability to meet multiple deadlines

Job description

Hybrid Remote in London, ENG, United Kingdom

Job Type: Temporary, Experienced

Travel Required: No specification

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Benefits include: Unlimited or Flexible PTO, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Parental Leave, Retirement Savings, Paid Holidays, Community Service

About the Role

Title: US Sport Social Specialist (12 Month FTC)

Location: London, England, GB (Hybrid remote, 3 days in the office)

Type: Contract

Reports to: Head of US Social

Job Purpose

To grow the Pickswise brand and its content verticals by producing engaging, platform-native sports betting content for U.S. audiences. Manage a social presence around a creator-driven property, shaping its identity and reach.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily content creation across social platforms (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) focusing on NFL and major U.S. sports.
• Develop and maintain a consistent voice and identity for the brand.
• Write copy, create posts, collaborate on visuals and assets.
• Respond to live sports and betting trends with timely content.
• Schedule, monitor, and optimize content.
• Collaborate with editorial, design, and analytics teams.
• Report on content performance and refine strategies.
• Stay updated on platform trends, betting news, and cultural moments in U.S. sports.

Requirements

• Experience in digital content or social media within sports media or U.S. regulated betting space.
• Strong understanding of American sports, especially NFL, and sports betting.
• Ability to write engaging copy for social media.
• Knowledge of social platform best practices, trends, and analytics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience growing personality-led social channels or sports media brands.

We offer comprehensive well-being initiatives, including medical insurance, parental leave, mental health support, pension scheme, holiday entitlement, and additional benefits. Employees enjoy perks like birthday leave, employee recognition programs, commuting schemes, and exclusive access to Racing Post Members Club. We also support volunteering opportunities with our charity partner.