About the role

We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven Media Sales Executive to join our commercial team in Cape Town ahead of a major upcoming sports tournament. This is a dual-function role that combines advertising and broadcast commercial sales with subscription package marketing, offering an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of sports, media, and business development.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue through the sale of on-air commercial slots, broadcast advertising, and digital media placements, while simultaneously developing and executing strategies to grow our subscriber base for tournament coverage packages.

What you'll be doing

Commercial Advertising Sales

• Sell advertising slots tied to tournament broadcast coverage
• Identify, approach, and convert prospective advertisers, sponsors, and brand partners
• Develop bespoke advertising packages and proposals tailored to client objectives and budgets
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract signature and fulfilment
• Collaborate with production and scheduling teams to ensure delivery of sold commercial inventory
• Maintain an active pipeline and consistently meet or exceed project, monthly and quarterly revenue targets

Subscription Package Sales & Marketing

• Design, promote, and sell subscription packages providing access to live and on-demand tournament content
• Build go-to-market strategies for subscriber acquisition, including digital campaigns, partnerships, and direct outreach
• Manage relationships with existing subscribers and develop retention strategies to minimise churn
• Work closely with the marketing team to create compelling messaging, collateral, and campaigns for subscriber growth
• Track and analyse subscription KPIs, providing regular reporting to senior management
• Identify and develop B2B subscription opportunities with hospitality, sports bars, corporates, and fan club

Relationship Management & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with media agencies, brands, and industry stakeholders
• Represent the organisation at industry events, networking functions, and tournament-related engagements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, marketing, digital, and broadcast operations teams
• Stay current on market trends, competitor activity, and emerging advertising formats in the sports media landscape

What you'll bring

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in media sales, with a strong track record of hitting revenue targets
• Demonstrated ability to sell advertising or sponsorship within a broadcast and/or digital media environment
• Strong commercial acumen with experience structuring, negotiating, and closing complex deals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously
• Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office / Google Suite
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel within South Africa as required

Even better if

• Experience in sports media sales — including broadcast rights, sports sponsorships, or stadium/event advertising
• Familiarity with subscription-based or OTT (over-the-top) platform sales and marketing
• Existing network within the South African media, agency, or sports industry
• Understanding of digital advertising ecosystems including programmatic, social, and video advertising
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field

What's in it for you

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this
• South African employment contract
• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses
• Top of the line equipment
• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

About the role

We are building a next-generation sports broadcasting platform focused on delivering high-quality, fast-paced sports programming to a South African audience, with a strong emphasis on football.

The Production Assistant is a key support role within the studio, ensuring that both technical and production teams are able to operate efficiently during live and recorded broadcasts.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that plays a critical part in maintaining smooth studio operations across a wide range of sports programming, particularly during live match coverage.

What you'll be doing

• Assist with studio setup and strike (cabling, equipment positioning, prep)

• Support technical and production teams during live broadcasts

• Assist with floor management, timing, and cueing

• Ensure equipment and studio areas are ready for each show

• Handle ad-hoc tasks and urgent production requirements

• Support presenters, analysts, and guests where required

• Assist with basic operational tasks (autocue, scripts, etc.)

• Maintain general studio organisation and readiness

What you'll bring

• 0–2 years experience in media, events, or production environments

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Ability to work under pressure and irregular hours (including weekends)

• Strong attention to detail

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Positive, proactive attitude

Even better if

• Experience in live TV, events, or sports production

• Basic understanding of broadcast equipment

• Interest in technical production roles

• Passion for sports content and media

What's in it for you

• Sporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainability

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter

• 20 days annual leave + public holidays

• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this

• South African employment contract

• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses

• Top of the line equipment

• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

About the role

We are building a next-generation sports broadcasting platform focused on delivering high-quality, fast-paced sports programming to a South African audience, with a strong emphasis on football.

As a Producer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end creation and execution of live and recorded studio content. You will own the editorial direction, show structure, and live delivery, ensuring that every broadcast is engaging, relevant, and executed to the highest standard.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of the operation, working closely with presenters, analysts, journalists, and technical teams to bring compelling sports content to life.

What you'll be doing

• Own the editorial direction and execution of daily studio shows

• Build and manage detailed rundowns, segment structures, and show flow

• Lead live broadcast execution, ensuring timing, pacing, and quality

• Coordinate presenters, analysts, journalists, and contributors

• Oversee scripting, talking points, and editorial alignment

• Work closely with Technical Director and Graphics team during live shows

• Identify key sports stories, narratives, and angles (particularly football)

• Ensure all content is accurate, compliant, and aligned with brand tone

• Manage post-show reviews and continuously improve output quality

• Collaborate with digital teams to maximise content reach and cutdowns

What you'll bring

• 5+ years experience in sports broadcast or digital content production

• Strong understanding of sports, particularly football

• Proven experience producing live studio shows

• Excellent editorial judgment and storytelling ability

• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced live environments

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• High attention to detail and organisational ability

Even better if

• Experience producing football-focused programming

• Experience working across both broadcast and digital platforms

• Strong network within the South African sports ecosystem

• Ability to identify high-engagement and viral content moments

What's in it for you

• Sporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainability

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter

• 20 days annual leave + public holidays

• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this

• South African employment contract

• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses

• Top of the line equipment

• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Games Operations, the Regional Games Lobby Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management and optimisation of the games lobby for the South African market.

The Regional Games Lobby Manager will manage the sporty games lobby, ensuring optimal game positioning, effective promotions, supplier alignment, and high-quality internal feedback and reporting. The role plays a key part in shaping the player experience and driving lobby performance in South Africa.

What you'll be doing

• Own and manage the sporty games lobby for the South African market, ensuring optimal game positioning aligned with commercial objectives and local player preferences
• Maximise visibility and discoverability of key games, promotions, and new releases within the South Africa lobby
• Upload, schedule, and maintain promotional banners and in-lobby content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and timely execution
• Configure and maintain game settings, limits, and parameters in line with product, commercial, and South Africa–specific regulatory requirements
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier needs related to lobby management, promotions, and game releases for South Africa
• Work closely with Product and Tech teams on testing, new feature rollouts, and improvements to categorisation and navigation
• Ensure strong localisation of lobby content, naming, and presentation to reflect South African market preferences
• Use a data-driven approach to analyse lobby performance, player behaviour, and promotional effectiveness, translating insights into actionable improvements
• Produce and share clear internal feedback, insights, and performance reports to support decision-making across teams
• Manage games-related escalations and operational queries, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication
• Plan, coordinate, and map new game releases for the South African market, with a particular focus on sporty games
• Align closely with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure all lobby content, configurations, and releases meet local regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with internal studios and third-party suppliers to support smooth releases and strong market performance

What you'll bring

• Proven experience working with online casino games, ideally in lobby management, games operations, or content optimisation
• Strong understanding of the South African market and player behaviour
• Analytical, data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret performance data and make informed recommendations
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with globally distributed teams
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including experience working with suppliers
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operational environment with competing priorities

What's in it for you

• Sporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainability
• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this
• South African employment contract
• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses
• Top of the line equipment
• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

About the role

We’re looking for a Mid-Senior Social Media Manager to lead social strategy and execution across Sporty, with a strong focus on media and broadcasting and performance-driven social media.

You’ll be responsible for making our social presence feel fast, local, relevant and high-impact, while ensuring content drives both community growth and business outcomes.

This is a hands-on role with real ownership: you’ll collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Brand, Design, Content, BI and Country teams, combining creativity with sharp performance thinking.

What you'll be doing

Social Strategy & Execution

• Build and execute social strategies, aligned with global brand guidelines and priorities

• Own the social calendar around major football moments (EPL, UCL, LaLiga, AFCON, World Cup qualifiers, etc.)

• Translate football narratives into daily content that wins attention and drives conversation

Content & Community Growth

• Create and publish content across platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, Telegram, etc.).

• Manage community engagement: comments, DMs, escalations, sentiment and moderation.

• Execute real-time/reactive content around match days, breaking news, controversies, memes and trends.

Brand Growth

• Support Sports Media storytelling through Sporty formats: highlights-style narratives, football culture content, commentary-driven moments, and personality-led publishing.

• Help scale repeatable content series with strong retention and community hooks.

Creators, Partnerships & Local Relevance

• Work with influencers, creators, tipsters and sports personalities to drive reach and credibility.

• Support paid + organic campaign activations with marketing teams.

• Spot local relevance opportunities across Spanish-speaking and global football audiences.

Reporting & Performance

• Track KPIs: reach, engagement, follower growth, CTR, conversions, retention, and sentiment.

• Deliver weekly/monthly reporting with insights and next actions.

• Run testing frameworks to continuously improve formats, hooks, timing and distribution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with designers, editors, content creators and country teams for speed + quality.

• Support junior teammates when needed with feedback and guidance.

• Keep workflows clean, efficient and scalable.

What you'll bring

• 3–6+ years experience in social media (ideally sports media or football content)

• Strong understanding of sports betting culture and what drives community + conversion

• Deep football knowledge + love for the sport

• Excellent platform instincts across TikTok/IG/X/FB/YouTube Shorts

• Confident using analytics to improve performance and decision-making

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to move fast in a high-output environment

What’s in it for you

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter

• 28 days paid annual leave

• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this

• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses

• Top of the line equipment

• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

About the role

The Affiliate Associate, with a focus on social media, is responsible for reviewing and monitoring SportyBet’s network of influencers, creators, and affiliates - while also growing and maintaining SportyBet’s social community across multiple platforms. Hybrid position located in our Century City, Cape Town offices. 

What you'll be doing

• Build, manage, and maintain strong interactions with influencers, creators, tipsters, and affiliate partners through a social online community
• Identify and reach out to new affiliates and creators through social media platforms and digital communities
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen SportyBet’s online affiliate and social community presence by fostering authentic, consistent engagement and representing the brand positively across all relevant channels and platforms
• Manage influencer/creator pages, monitor their online activity and performance, and provide ongoing feedback and support to maximise results
• Track and analyze social media trends, community sentiment, and affiliate performance to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
• Support and strengthen SportyBet’s relationships within the wider online sports community, ensuring consistent tone, professionalism, and authenticity in every interaction

What you'll bring

• Strong understanding of major social media platforms (X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Telegram, etc.) and international online community culture
• Solid grasp of social media trends, sports culture, and sports betting fundamentals (markets, odds, fan engagement)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for sports, digital engagement, and community development
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong copywriting and content creation abilities
• Creative thinker with a data-driven mindset and attention to detail
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and channels simultaneously
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working across teams

Even better if

• Experience in the sports betting, sports media, or gaming industry.
• Experience working with influencers, creators, or affiliate programs.
• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., Meta Insights, TikTok Analytics, YouTube Studio).
• Basic design and video editing skills (Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative tools, etc.).

What’s in it for you

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this
• South African employment contract
• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses
• Top of the line equipment
• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

If you're interested, we encourage you to apply! Every application is reviewed by a member of our team (AI is not used in our recruitment process), and we aim to respond within 48 hours.