Destructoid: Freelance Gaming Writer (Tabletop Gaming)

Posted 18 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
1-3 Years Experience
Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
Freelance Gaming Writer specializing in Tabletop Gaming at Destructoid. Responsible for creating high-quality game guides, listicles, rankings, and breaking news. Must have in-depth knowledge of Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer 40,000, LEGO, Board Games, and Competitive Card Games.
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Destructoid is a place for passionate gamers to find engaging articles & information about their favorite franchises written by other passionate gamers. Currently, we're looking for freelance writers to join our fully remote and international newsroom.

Working with Destructoid means writing high-quality game guides for Tabletop Gaming, with the chance to write about many games and hobbies, too. Competitive applicants will have in-depth knowledge about any of the topics listed below. They will track current news and topics within the community to contribute in-depth guides, listicles, rankings, and breaking news. We encourage writers to use their own voice when writing.

Topics we’re interested in covering, but not limited to:

  • Dungeons and Dragons
  • Warhammer 40,000
  • LEGO
  • Board Games
  • Competitive Card Games 

Requirements:

  • Follow trending topics and stay up-to-date on all things World of Warcraft
  • Must be a self starter who can confidently pitch trending ideas
  • Meet deadlines for publishing stories
  • Good communication habits

Preferred:

  • At least 1-2 years of prior game writing experience (with Trello and WordPress training)
  • Deep knowledge of video games and their related communities
  • Excitement, dedication, and an ability to pivot when needed

While applying to this position, please provide us with a resume, 1-3 relevant writing samples (an application without a writing sample will not be considered), and a cover letter that explains your writing expertise as well as your ability to cover any of these topics as a weekly beat.

Rates: $16 to $90 per piece, depending on content type and length. Salary range may differ for international candidates, based on location.

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Austin, TX
299 Employees
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Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

GAMURS Group is the leading esports media network and a growing contender in the entertainment space. We strive to inform and engage the global gaming and entertainment communities with the best content.

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