Gaming Content Editor
27 OCT 2026
Gaming Content Editor Description Spotlight Sports Group is a global media and technology company with a clear purpose, to set the standard for trusted, customer-driven experiences across global racing and sports betting. Guided by our mission to create experiences that fans love, we combine more than 40 years of heritage with bold innovation to deliver award-winning content, data and digital products. With over 400 employees worldwide, our portfolio includes Racing Post, Pickswise, myracing and Free Super Tips, as well as the international marketing agency ICS-digital and ICS-translate. Together, we partner with leading operators, affiliates and media groups to power growth and engagement across the industry. As Gaming Content Editor, you will lead the development of our gaming editorial content across online casino, slots, bingo and poker. You will write distinctive coverage while building the plans, formats and freelance network needed to publish consistently at greater scale. This is a hands-on editorial role for someone who understands gaming and can judge what readers need and where content can perform commercially. You will keep existing pages accurate and current, use performance data to guide priorities, and maintain high editorial and safer gambling standards. Reports to the editorial lead responsible for commercial and SEO content, with their work feeding into the Affiliates Growth team.
Responsibilities:
Write, edit and publish operator reviews across online casino, bingo and poker, alongside slot coverage, explainers and safer gambling content
Create and maintain a new slot release tracker and produce weekly rankings covering popular games and notable payouts
Turn RTP data, slot trends and market reports into clear articles and visual information packs
Develop coverage of gaming streamers and platforms such as Kick, including carefully sourced weekly performance rankings
Keep reviews, guides and comparison pages accurate and current
Own the gaming content plan, working with the editorial lead, SEO and commercial colleagues to set priorities and identify opportunities
Use search, audience and conversion data to assess performance, improve existing content and inform future coverage
Commission, brief and edit freelance contributors, maintaining editorial quality as output grows
Support other editorial departments during major racing and sporting events
Requirements
Experience writing and editing gaming content, with knowledge of online casino and slots and an understanding of bingo and poker
Clear, engaging writing, supported by examples of accurate, well-researched work
The ability to explain gaming features, RTP, volatility, bonuses and operator differences in plain English
Excellent attention to detail, the judgement to evaluate claims and check sources, and a commitment to keeping information accurate
Good organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and balance new coverage with regular updates
Confidence planning content and using performance data to improve it
The ability to produce clear briefs and give constructive editorial feedback; previous experience commissioning freelancers would be an advantage
An understanding of responsible gambling coverage, including how to present payouts and streamer activity appropriately
Familiarity with SEO and experience using a content management system
The ability to work collaboratively across teams and respond constructively to editorial feedback
Knowledge of sports betting and an interest in data visualisation would be an advantage
Benefits
We offer a range of well-being initiatives, including private medical insurance, excellent parental leave, a working globally policy, mental health support, assistance programs, and social gatherings. We also provide a pension scheme and various other benefit schemes. Plus, we all get our birthdays off work and enjoy 25 days of holiday per year.
We’ve also got you covered with life assurance and exclusive perks like the Star card and our Step Further Awards (our employee recognition program) to recognise your dedication. For those working via the hybrid model (in the office and at home) we’ve made commuting easier with our Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme.
You can also take advantage of complimentary access to our Racing Post Members Club, complete with an Ultimate Membership. We believe in making a positive impact beyond the workplace, and you'll have the chance to volunteer two days per year with our charity partner.