Editor/Writer
Description
bwise Media is a leading global media company for sports & gaming. In recent years we have built and grown our own network of iGaming related affiliate websites.
We're looking for a motivated Editor/Writer with focus on the African market.
In this position you are responsible for all written content production for several of our African websites. You will manage a team of in-house writers and freelancers. You will be responsible to work together with the SEO Manager to create the content briefings based on keyword research and competitor analysis. All content that is delivered by your freelancers is edited by you and prepared for publishing.
You will be involved in content ideation with the SEO Manager. You will coordinate social media content pushes with the Social Media Manager to make sure our website content is used effectively on Social Media as well. Furthermore, you will be involved in other types of content production such as graphics and video.
Primary Responsibilities
Editing & Proofreading:
- Meticulously review, edit, and proofread content submitted by freelancers.
- Ensure coherence, accuracy, and strict adherence to company guidelines.
- Correct grammatical nuances, punctuation, and spelling.
- Revise content for optimal clarity, flow, and user engagement.
Copy Writing:
- Craft original, clear, and persuasive copy tailored for various platforms including website content, promotions, advertisements, social media, and other marketing channels.
- Ensure content is in sync with the brand voice, style, and tone.
- Work in tandem with marketing and design teams to produce high-converting copy.
Content Strategy:
- Collaborate closely with the content and marketing team to refine and implement content strategies.
- Prioritize content relevance for the Nigerian and broader African audience.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive content, and the ever-shifting preferences of our target demographics.
Team Collaboration:
- Offer constructive feedback to freelance writers, ensuring top-tier content quality.
- Partner with other departments to weave copy into visual designs and multimedia assets.
Compliance:
- Guarantee that all written content complies with the relevant regulatory and legal standards applicable to the iGaming and sports betting industry in our markets.
Requirements
- You have fantastic written English skills.
- You have an eye for detail when it comes to editing texts.
- You can keep the produced texts in the same tone of voice and compliant with brand guidelines.
- You have experience managing copy-writers (in-house writers and freelancers).
- You know how to optimize texts for SEO.
- You have great sports and sports-betting knowledge.
- You understand how affiliate marketing works and how to optimise texts for conversion.
- You are ideally Africa based (Nigeria, South Africa, etc.).
Benefits
- Competitive salary - growth in skills and responsibilities will be acknowledged and compensated accordingly
- Flexible working hours, remote work possible
- Highly motivated international team of many languages and different cultures
- Fully paid international business trips
- Fully paid vacation
We look forward to receiving your application documents in English including your up-to-date CV and a proper cover letter.
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