
Racing & Media Executive
2 weeks ago
Melbourne Racing Club- Published
- August 21, 2025
- Expires
- September 25, 2025
- Location
- Gate 22, Station Street, Caulfield VIC 3145
- Category
- Office & Admin
- Job Type
- Casual
- Skills
- Proven experience in media, journalism, public relations, or communications—ideally within the racing, sport, or entertainment sectors,understanding of thoroughbred racing operations, protocols, and industry practices
- Country
- Australia
- State
- New South Wales
**Description**:
We have a fantastic opportunity for and **Racing & Media Executive** to join our Racing Department on a **full-time** basis, located at Caulfield Racecourse.
The Racing & Media Executive The Racing & Media Executive plays a critical role in amplifying the Club’s racing product and profile across both industry and public platforms.
The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to be recognised as a 2022, 2023 & 2024 Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice.
We are one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Events and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Sportsbet Sandown and Mornington Racecourses, we own 15 club and hotel venues under the Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG).
**What will your responsibilities be?**
- Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of MRC race programming including analysis of black type races.
- Oversee contractor and supplier performance relating to tracks and facilities to ensure race day standards are consistently met.
- Support the General Manager - Racing in delivering reports, presentations, submissions or briefings to the Executive Team, CEO and external stakeholders as required.
- Provide on-the-ground logístical support on race days and during key events.
- Lead the governance and oversight of facilities management to ensure operational readiness and exceptional stakeholder experience.
- Ensure all relevant safety policies necessary to equine welfare and racing rules are understood and followed by staff and stakeholders.
- Support the planning and delivery of race meetings, trial meetings, jump outs, and special event days (e.g. feature meetings, industry events).
- Serve as a media liaison on race days and at Club events, ensuring timely and accurate information is shared.
- Contribute to initiatives designed to increase on-course wagering, including storytelling, talent-focused content, and digital enhancements tied to real-time race engagement.
- Promote racing to commercial partners including race day behind the scenes tours
- Provide regular updates and reports to the General Manager on racing performance and media activity.
- Monitor wagering trends and support strategic opportunities to enhance engagement across punter segments.
- Analysis and review of racetrack performance including industry feedback.
**Qualifications & Experience Essential**
- Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism, Media, Sport Management, Business, Marketing, Commerce, or Data Analytics (or a related discipline).
- Previous experience in a racing club, sporting organisation, or live events environment.
- Understanding of wagering drivers and consumer engagement strategies within the racing industry.
**Skills & Experience**
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create and interpret complex spreadsheets, use formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
- In-depth understanding of thoroughbred racing operations, protocols, and industry practices.
- Proven experience in media, journalism, public relations, or communications—ideally within the racing, sport, or entertainment sectors.
- Capability in financial management, including forecasting, budget tracking, and variance analysis.
- Familiarity with enterprise video platforms (e.g. Brightcove) for live streaming, video hosting, and data reporting.
- Working knowledge of Tipper or other racing-specific tools used for form guides, race data, and operational content delivery.
**What’s in it for you?**
- Brand new state-of-the-art administration building with standing desks and breakout spaces.
- Access to our year-round well-being initiatives including our Employee Assistance Program for staff and family.
- Ongoing learning & development opportunities.
- Free onsite parking.
-
Racing Coordinator
7 days ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeWe have a unique opportunity for a **Racing Coordinator** to join our Racing & Operations team on a **full-time** basis. This is an incredible opportunity to be at the heart of the action, supporting the planning and execution of horse racing events. The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to be recognised as a 2022, 2023 & 2024 Winner of The Australian...
-
Owners and Breeders Executive
6 days ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeMelbourne Racing Club- Published - August 26, 2025 - Expires - September 30, 2025 - Location - Gate 22, Station Street, Caulfield VIC 3145 - Category - Other - Job Type - Full-time - Country - Australia - State - Victoria **Description**: We have a fantastic opportunity for an **Owners and Breeders Executive** to join our Racing Department on a...
-
Owners and Breeders Executive
1 week ago
Caulfield East, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeWe have a fantastic opportunity for an **Owners and Breeders Executive** to join our Racing Department on a **full-time** basis, located at Caulfield Racecourse. The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to be recognised as a 2022, 2023 & 2024 Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice. We are one of Australia's most prestigious Sports,...
-
Back of House
6 days ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full time**The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC)** is one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Events and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Ladbrokes Park (Sandown) and Mornington Racecourses, we also host an emerging collection of owned events such as The Peninsula Picnic and Sandown Super 400 V8’s If you have ever...
-
Operations Coordinator
5 days ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeWe have a great opportunity for a **full-time Operations Coordinator** to join the Operations team. This role leads and assists with the operational and logístical delivery of the Melbourne Racing Club’s race days and other events across our three racecourses: Caulfield Racecourse, Mornington Racecourse, and Sportsbet Sandown. The Melbourne Racing Club...
-
Sponsorship Manager
7 days ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeWe have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent full-time **Sponsorship Manager** to join our Sales & Sponsorship team. In this role, you will lead all aspects of sponsorship activity from managing and developing existing accounts to identifying and securing new, strategically aligned sponsorship opportunities. The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to be...
-
Venue Operations Manager
2 weeks ago
Caulfield, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeWe have a fantastic opportunity for a **Venue Operations Manager** to join our Operations Department on a **full-time** basis, located at Caulfield Racecourse. The Venue Operations Manager responsible for the overall planning and delivery of the operations strategy for Caulfield. The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to be recognised as a 2022, 2023 &...
-
Ticketing & Membership Coordinator
6 days ago
Caulfield East, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeThe Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Events and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Ladbrokes Park (Sandown) and Mornington Racecourses, we own 13 pub venues under the Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG), an emerging collection of owned events such as The Peninsula Picnic and...
-
Junior Insights Analyst
1 day ago
Caulfield East, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeThe Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Events, and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Ladbrokes Park (Sandown), and Mornington Racecourses, we own 14 pub venues under the Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG), an emerging collection of owned events such as The Peninsula Picnic and...
-
General Manager Operations
1 week ago
Caulfield East, Australia Melbourne Racing Club Full timeThe Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Hospitality, Events, and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Ladbrokes Park (Sandown), and Mornington Racecourses, we own 14 pub venues under the Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG), an emerging collection of owned events such as The...