Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field., Minimum 5 years of editorial experience, with at least 1 year as a managing editor., Thorough knowledge of the iGaming and esports industries., Deep expertise in on-page SEO and proficiency with tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Google Analytics..

Key responsabilities:

Lead the editorial team to produce high-quality, on-brand content and manage publication calendars.

Mentor editors and writers, providing feedback to foster professional growth and a collaborative culture.

Drive on-page SEO to boost organic rankings and traffic, conducting keyword research and analyzing metrics.

Build relationships with industry experts and influencers to enhance credibility and reach.

Job description

iGaming & Esports Managing Editor

Fully remote
Permanent or Full-time Contractor
Competitive package

About Us:

ClickOut Media is not just a company - it's a thriving ecosystem of diverse talent from around the globe. As a proudly remote-first organisation, we've cultivated an environment where creativity flourishes, collaboration is core, and innovation knows no bounds. With over +850 team members and more than 200 assets, our startup culture fuels our growth, making us a leading force in multi-channel marketing. We specialise in delivering best-in-class SEO & Content solutions to esteemed clients worldwide.

What Makes Us Different:
At ClickOut Media, we thrive in the most competitive search verticals, operate across every major language, and conquer platforms you've probably never even heard of. Our dynamic approach, combined with our fast-paced environment, sets us apart in the industry. We're not just here to meet expectations; we're here to exceed them, every single time. Our relentless pursuit of excellence has been the cornerstone of our continuous success.

The role:

We are excited to be on the hunt for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as our new Managing Editor.

As the Managing Editor for Esports & iGaming, you’ll lead our content strategy and creation, delivering top-tier coverage of esports, iGaming, and betting. This management-focused role involves mentoring the team, shaping editorial direction, and ensuring content aligns with industry trends and company goals. You’ll help craft engaging features, listicles, guides, and educational pieces optimized for search engines to grow our audience.

Leveraging your deep knowledge of esports and iGaming, you’ll foster relationships with industry experts, monitor performance metrics, and implement advanced SEO strategies to boost visibility and engagement.

We’re seeking a seasoned leader with a passion for mentoring, strong analytical skills, and a knack for steering innovative, audience-focused content.

Responsibilities:

Lead the editorial team to produce high-quality, on-brand content, managing calendars for timely publication and editing/proofreading articles for accuracy, clarity, and style across evergreen, analysis, and educational topics.
Mentor the team of editors and writers, providing feedback to foster professional growth and a collaborative, innovative editorial culture.
Drive on-page SEO to boost organic rankings and traffic, conducting keyword research, optimizing content with tools like Ahrefs and Google Analytics, and analyzing metrics to recommend data-driven improvements.
Identify trending and evergreen topics to attract traffic and backlinks, crafting SEO-optimized headlines and meta descriptions for higher click-throughs, ensuring content is search-ready with keywords, internal links, and formatting.
Build relationships with industry experts and influencers to enhance credibility and reach.

Requirements:

Must be based in a European time zone (GMT - GMT +4).
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of editorial experience, with at least 1 year as a managing editor.
Thorough knowledge of the iGaming and esports industries.
Deep expertise in on-page SEO and proficiency with tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Google Analytics.
Outstanding editing, proofreading, and writing skills.
Sharp analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Creative, organized, and adept at managing time and priorities.
Proven leadership and team management abilities.

Benefits & Rewards

A brilliant opportunity to grow your career & work with a fun, fast-paced & growing company, prepared to let you shine
An entrepreneurial environment where you learn more every day (we more than welcome and support people with their own projects)
Build an organization that continues to diversify its portfolio
Personal responsibility with a ton of autonomy
33 free paid days
Market-leading remuneration and bonuses available
An international team with over 35 nationalities
Fully Remote working (work fully remotely and option for weekly coworker space)
Additional benefits for permanent employees are available depending on the location

What do we mean by "Fully Remote"

Clickout Media offers you an unparalleled working experience. We are registered in Malta, but you don't have to be. Wherever you are based, and whether you are employed, operate B2B, or are a career freelancer, we will always find a way to work with great people.

Engaging with a worldwide workforce, ClickOut Media brings together world-leading experts in the fields of Tech, SEO, Content, and Product. Our remote approach gives absolute flexibility to our people and exemplifies our philosophy of autonomy and trust.

Diversity is a given to us, and this unique approach allows us to deliver and have respect for the wide variety of people, experiences, and cultures we bring together.

Our recruitment process is as follows: