Digital Communications Specialist Hard Rock Digital New Jersey, U...
Savvy, Inc. - NJ, United States
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Overview
What are we building?
Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating, and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always acting authentically.
Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the new Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We’re taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space — ready to join us?
What’s the position?
We are looking for a proactive and creative communications specialist to join our marketing team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in creating storytelling opportunities based on Hard Rock Bet’s internal betting data, identifying trends, and building media relationships. This role will support the broader communications team in its mission to increase brand awareness, drive traffic, and enhance Hard Rock Bet’s online presence in the highly competitive sports betting and online gaming industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Media Outreach & Relationship Building:
Assist in creating and maintaining a database of journalists, bloggers, and influencers within the sports and betting niche.
Pitch story ideas, press releases, and campaign initiatives to relevant media contacts. - Campaign Execution:
Ideate, create, and execute creative PR campaigns based on Hard Rock Bet’s internal betting data.
Conduct research in concert with the business intelligence team on trends, sports events, and audience behavior to inform campaign strategies. - Content Creation:
Collaborate with the content team to develop press releases, articles, and blog posts that resonate with target audiences.
Help create engaging multimedia content (videos, infographics, etc.) for campaigns. - Monitoring & Reporting:
Track media coverage and campaign performance, compiling detailed reports on reach, engagement, and sentiment.
Monitor competitor activities and identify opportunities for strategic positioning. - Social Media Engagement:
Assist in managing social media channels and amplifying PR campaigns through these platforms.
Engage with audiences to foster positive interactions and address inquiries or concerns. - Awards & Events:
Track awards opportunities and assist with applications.
Monitor local and industry events for opportunities to promote Hard Rock Bet.
What are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have:
- 1-3 years of experience in Public Relations, digital marketing, content creation, communications or a related field, preferably in the sports industry.
- Strong knowledge and passion for sports, sports betting, and casino gaming.
- Strong research skills and ability to distill complex information into clear, engaging content.
- Understanding of SEO principles and experience optimizing content for search engines.
- Familiarity with media outreach tools and social media platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality, error-free content.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity and comfort using WordPress CMS.
What’s in it for you?
We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Flexible vacation allowance.
- Flexible work from home or office hours.
- Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand.
- Opportunity to develop a product that is enjoyed by millions as part of a passionate team.
Roster of Uniques
We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunities employer).#J-18808-Ljbffr