Writer – iGaming

Advance Local is looking for a full-time iGaming Writer to create evergreen and promotional content that supports initiatives around iGaming (as part of our growing business. This position will produce content specific to casinos, sweepstakes, and lottery.

Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of SEO and a business mindset geared toward driving significant and sustainable revenue and audience through best journalistic practices.

We want a writer that is motivated and excited at the thought of growing a brand as well as expanding their journalistic skillset. You should be passionate and knowledgeable about all major sports and have a keen interest in online wagering. In addition to writing articles daily, this position involves some editing and daily tracking of key metrics to ensure content is performing to goal.

We are looking for candidates who are highly competitive, detail-oriented and want to be part of an innovative team.

The salary for this position is $52,000.00 to $62,000.00 per year. This is a remote-based position.

You should apply if you have:

Experience in writing about online casinos, sweepstakes, and lottery
Experience in commerce and affiliate marketing or revenue-generating initiatives
A passion for informing readers, building audiences, and generating revenue
Familiarity with SEO best practices
Clean copy and the confidence to self-edit
A passion for digesting data and understanding audience metrics
The ability to work independently and prioritize appropriately
A competitive nature and mindset
Strong organizational skills and poise to handle multiple tasks at once
Ability to quickly pick up technology solutions
Ability to work weekends, weeknights, and holidays when necessary

Required education, experience, and skills

Degree in journalism, English or communications, or related field preferred, or a combination of equivalent education and experience
Minimum 2 years’ journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing
Some experience building, maintaining, and engaging an active audience
Experience writing about the online wagering industry
Ability to work independently under deadline pressure and prioritize tasks appropriately
Proven reporting, writing, and organizational skills
Solid understanding of news writing, journalism ethics and story structure
Experience with search engine optimization practices
Experience using social media to source and promote content
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, and Slack
Proficiency with content management platform Arc preferred
Demonstrated capability in capitalizing on high-value topics by engaging audiences in frequency and urgency

Along with your resume, please include a cover letter with your application that details why you would be a good fit for this position as well as samples of your writing skills and/or links to relevant clips.