Contributing Writer (Live-Service)

2 Months ago • All levels • Editorial

Job Summary

Job Description

The Escapist seeks experienced and new writers to contribute to its live-service game coverage. This fully remote contract position requires excellent English writing skills, the ability to meet deadlines, pitch trending ideas, and possess a strong understanding of live-service games like Marvel Rivals, Warframe, Call of Duty, and Fortnite. Responsibilities include writing articles, incorporating feedback, and potentially utilizing SEO and social media platforms. Pay is $15-$75 USD per article depending on length and type, with rates varying internationally.
Must have:
  • Excellent English writing skills
  • Meet deadlines & pitch ideas
  • Strong live-service game knowledge
  • Incorporate feedback
  • Self-starter
Good to have:
  • Google Trends familiarity
  • SEO experience
  • Social media fluency (TikTok, X, Facebook)
  • Weekend availability

Job Details

The Escapist is looking for new and experienced writers to help build the site's coverage of live-service games. This is a fully remote contract position.

The Escapist is a website dedicated to the mature discussion of media, so we're looking for awesome people who love media and want to write about it. Right now, we're aiming to flesh out our coverage of such games as Marvel Rivals, Warframe, Call of Duty, and Fortnite. We'll also be looking at other popular live-service games.

Only complete applications with two writing samples will be considered. This is not a video-based or creative writing position, so please do not submit those as writing samples.

Requirements:

  • Excellent English language writing skills.
  • Eagerness to learn and incorporate feedback.
  • Must be a self-starter who can complete pieces in a timely manner and pitch trending ideas.
  • A strong knowledge of live-service games.

Preferred:

If you've got any of the following, please note that in your cover letter:

  • Familiarity with Google Trends.
  • Experience writing SEO.
  • Fluency in social media platforms such as TikTok, X, Facebook, etc.

Bonus Points:

If you've got any of the following, please note that in your cover letter:

  • Availability on weekends.

To Be Considered:

You must submit the following, or else your application will be rejected:

  • A resume.
  • A cover letter.
    • Please mention what live-service games you play.
  • Two clips that demonstrate your ability to write on the aforementioned subjects.
    • Unpublished or self-published writing is OK!

Pay range: $15 to $75 USD per article, depending on length & type. Rates may differ for international candidates based on location.

About Us:

The Escapist is a part of GAMURS Group, a network that includes Dot Esports, Destructoid, Gamepur, Twinfinite, Attack of the Fanboy, Siliconera, Pro Game Guides, and Prima Games. We are focused on growth and expanding our catalog of core games while also striving to be a positive and enriching work environment where each writer is encouraged to learn and hone their craft. Our team is passionate about games and is always down for a debate about which video game has the best dodge roll. Come and join in!

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