Job Description
Description
We seek a passionate, quick-thinking Head of Editorial (Sweden) to drive our vision forward. With our finger on the pulse of the industry, we’re propelling growth and innovation. Ready to make your mark in the dynamic world of iGaming? Let’s shape the future together at Raketech!
The Role:
We are seeking a Head of Editorial (Sweden) to own and shape our Swedish sports coverage across the Nordic markets.
This role is for someone with a strong reporting background who understands both editorial integrity and digital performance. You will define our sports voice, lead coverage of key events, and ensure content is authoritative, timely, and commercially effective. You combine deep sports expertise with a clear understanding of how digital content drives traffic, engagement, and conversion.
As a Head of Editorial (Sweden), you are expected to:
Define and execute the Swedish sports editorial strategy.
Lead coverage of major Nordic sports events with authority and credibility.
Own long-term editorial planning and content calendars.
Produce and oversee high-quality written and social content (hands-on when needed).
Integrate commercial objectives into editorial decisions to drive measurable results.
Collaborate with SEO to maximize visibility and search performance.
Lead and manage writers, editors, and freelancers.
Own content budgets and editorial workflows.
Success in this role means:
Trusted, high-quality sports coverage with clear editorial positioning.
Strong growth in traffic and conversion from sports content.
Timely, accurate reporting aligned with major Nordic sports moments.
A structured, high-performing editorial operation.
Requirements
Background as a sports journalist, reporter, or senior sports editor.
Deep knowledge of sports relevant to the Nordic markets.
Native-level Swedish with outstanding writing and editorial skills.
Experience leading editorial teams.
Strong understanding of digital publishing and commercial performance drivers.
Experience owning editorial calendars and long-term content planning.
Experience managing content production budgets.
Nice to Have
Experience in digital sports media or performance-driven environments.
Experience working closely with SEO and analytics teams.
Experience in PR or media-facing initiatives.
