Freelance Gaming Writers

4 Months ago • 1-2 Years • Esports

Job Summary

Job Description

Dot Esports seeks freelance gaming writers worldwide to contribute to their news desk. The role is fully remote and requires in-depth gaming knowledge and the ability to write news across various gaming topics. Responsibilities include covering game releases and updates, developing pitches with editors, meeting deadlines, following trends, and writing a minimum of 20 stories monthly. Successful candidates understand online game communities and possess strong writing skills. The role involves covering different beats, such as general esports, video game releases, and live service games. Compensation ranges from $16-250 per article, depending on length and content.
Must have:
  • In-depth gaming knowledge
  • News writing skills
  • Meet deadlines
  • Minimum 20 stories/month
  • Understanding of online communities
  • Work with editors
  • SEO knowledge (preferred)
Good to have:
  • Weekend Availability

Job Details

Dot Esports, the premier destination for gaming & esports coverage online, is looking for freelance writers anywhere in the world to join our news desk. This role is freelance and fully remote.

Interested candidates should have in-depth knowledge of gaming and must be comfortable writing news about various gaming-related topics. This is a great opportunity to cover the gaming communities you love while working with one of the best teams in esports and games journalism. Applicants should be self-starters who are eager to learn and respond well to constructive criticism. We’re a global, digital newsroom, and work will be remote.

Please provide a portfolio or writing examples to showcase your work.

We're looking for multiple types of writers who will each cover different beats. These include:

  • General esports
  • Video game releases
  • Live service games with large communities

Responsibilities:

  • Help cover news and guides around game releases and updates
  • Work with editors to develop pitches
  • Meet deadlines for publishing stories
  • Follow trending topics through Google Trends and Twitter
  • Write a minimum of 20 stories per month
  • Understanding online game communities and the games themselves

Preferred qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of experience writing in the gaming industry
  • Knowledge of SEO practices
  • Weekend availability

Rates:

Compensation ranges from $16-250 per article depending on length and content type.

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