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The New York Racing Association · 5 hours ago

Contest Specialist, NYRA Bets

New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$58K/yr - $87K/yr

2+ years exp

The New York Racing Association is seeking a Contest Specialist for NYRA Bets to assist in the planning, execution, and administration of handicapping contests. This role focuses on supporting player engagement and promotional strategies through effective contest operations and marketing efforts.

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Responsibilities

Follows established guidelines to assist with the planning and execution of NYRA Bets contests, including Free-to-Play, paid entry, and promotional formats

Supports contest marketing efforts by assisting with content creation, email campaigns, and social media scheduling

Monitors contest calendars, rules, prize structures, and operational logistics

Helps gather and organize player engagement data, feedback, and contest performance metrics to support reporting and analysis

Assists in maintaining contest rules, calendars, and prize structures, ensuring alignment with organizational and regulatory standards

Supports cross-functional teams, including Marketing, VIP/Key Accounts, Creative Services, and Customer Service, to ensure smooth contest operations

Follows established processes to identify opportunities for improving contest execution, engagement strategies, and operational efficiency

Assists in monitoring competitor contests and industry trends to provide insights for team discussions

Qualification

Contest operationsMarketingCustomer engagementEmail marketing toolsSocial media schedulingCustomer segmentationProject managementHorse racingExcelWordPowerPointWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skills