Game Rant is looking for an eager and talented Freelance Video Game News Writer to join the News team to assist with our Evening Coverage (6PM-12AM EST).
As a daily news writer, prospective applicants will assist with covering breaking news in the video game industry, editorializing important details about the most popular games, and diving deep into a variety of video game communities. If you share a passion for video games, a love of writing, and a willingness to learn then please apply!
If you share a passion for video games, a love of writing, and a willingness to learn, then you’ve come to the right spot!
Job Responsibilities:
We are looking for writers who can:
Contribute a minimum of 25 news articles per month
Must be available to contribute to the site between 6PM and Midnight (EST)
Pitch regular content and research popular games
Be a dedicated and consistent contributor to the site
Bring original topics and a plethora of gaming knowledge to the table
Research and source their topics proficiently
Work under tight deadlines and submit articles for publication on time
Report to the Lead Editor and implement feedback efficiently
Collaborate with the editorial team to produce exquisite content
Ability to maintain a contracted freelance schedule
Application Requirements:
C.V
Cover Letter
Please provide 2-3 samples of previously written work covering gaming news
Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:
Ability to source information/news from different websites
Broad knowledge of gaming history and culture
Availability to meet required article quota
Experience in SEO practices
A solid grasp of the English language and the ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience
Do you think you'd be a great fit for our team? Do you have an encyclopedic knowledge of something our readers love? Are you a reliable, dedicated writer with the time and energy necessary to become a regular, trustworthy contributor that we can count on? Do you have the skills to become a valuable and productive member of the Game Rant family? If yes, then we want YOU! Don't miss the chance to be part of our team, we welcome you to apply today!
*Please note that Game Rant has a zero-tolerance policy regarding plagiarism and any use of AI content generating tools. Any evidence of plagiarism or AI generated content within your application will negatively impact your consideration for the role.*
Only applications containing relevant samples will be considered
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