Sports Betting Writer
The Betting team at TMG is responsible for answering any question that someone might have in the sports betting and iGaming industry. Whether it’s who is going to win the big race at the weekend or which betting offer is currently the best in the market, our content will have it covered.
We work hard to ensure that our content has the widest scope possible reaching the biggest audience possible, particularly during the largest sporting events of the year.
As a Commercial Betting Writer you will be responsible for producing engaging, insightful and well-researched articles to inform readers on their betting needs. You will use your passion, expertise and industry insights to create content that our core audience will find useful, informative and entertaining.
You will strive to provide the editorial excellence readers have come to expect from the Telegraph’s extensive sport coverage.
Key responsibilities
- Create overviews of betting markets and odds for various sports
- Write betting tips on the UK’s leading sports with detailed explanations and analysis
- Impartially review online bookmakers and casinos
- Ensure timely updates are made to content
- In-depth research to support content production
- Have ownership of articles - confident to put their name and well-informed opinion into pieces of work. Willing to track the performance of their predictions
- Work with the wider team (e.g. SEO, Affiliates) to contribute towards content plans
- Work with the wider team to continuously improve and optimise the content being produced
- Manage time effectively to meet production deadlines
- A passion and knowledge of one, or ideally more, of the following sports:
- Football
- Horse Racing
- Golf
- Boxing
- A passion for betting and iGaming
- Experience using a wide-array of bookmakers and knowledge of their offerings.
- Knowledge of the iGaming and betting industry.
- Strong writing ability - efficiently produce well-written and engaging content.
- Time and task management skills required to meet production deadlines autonomously.
- Goal-orientated, with the ability to think both commercially and editorially.
The nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities. From dynamic working opportunities, medical cover, and parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), to life assurance and season ticket loans, you can choose from a range of flexible benefits, designed to support your lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Training and development
With support from your manager and colleagues, you’ll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career.
Our commitment to inclusion
At Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer as part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition and would like support in applying for any of our roles or if you require any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process with us, please make us aware.
To find out more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Telegraph Media Group, and for more information on our purpose, beliefs, and people values, please visit our website
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If you're passionate about sports and have a knack for writing, then becoming a Sports Betting Writer at TMG could be the perfect opportunity for you! Our Betting team is dedicated to providing insightful and thorough answers to the world of sports betting and iGaming. As a Sports Betting Writer, you'll dive into the exciting challenge of creating engaging content covering everything from betting tips to market analysis, especially during major sporting events. You'll be responsible for crafting overviews of betting markets and decoding the latest odds across various sports. Your deep understanding of football, horse racing, golf, or boxing will shine through in your articles. We'll encourage you to impartially review online bookmakers and offer actionable tips that readers can trust. Plus, with your well-informed opinions, you’ll assert your credibility and ownership over your work as you track the performance of your predictions. Here at TMG, we thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that encourages collaboration with cross-functional teams, including SEO and Affiliates. We offer an array of benefits to help maintain a healthy work-life balance, including flexible working options, training opportunities, and a commitment to diversity. Join us on this journey to provide our audience with the best insights into the thrilling world of sports betting!
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