HardcoreGamer - Video Game Guide Writer

Philadelphia, PA

Part Time to Full Time

Entry Level

**This is a freelance, REMOTE position.**

The editorial team at Hardcore Gamer are looking for freelance writers with keen eyes and excellent communication skills to write guides for our audience. A good video game guide should be concise and provide gamers with exactly the information they’re looking for, as well as a reason to keep coming back to us for more info down the road.

The Gaming Guide Writer will be responsible for researching new games and finding topics that would make worthwhile guides and then writing those guides articles in a prompt manner. We require writers who are driven to succeed, have a way with words, and keep up with what’s trending in the world of gaming. We’re looking for original, informative, and eye-catching articles.

Job Responsibilities:

Contribute a minimum of 3 articles per week.
Work under tight deadlines and submit articles for publication on time.
Pitch regular guide content and research popular games.
Research and source topics proficiently.

Application Requirements:

CV
Cover Letter
2-3 samples of written work covering gaming news

Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:

Broad knowledge of gaming history and culture.
A solid grasp of the English language and the ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience
Experience with WordPress is an asset.
Experience in SEO practices.

The hiring team at Hardcore Gamer will be back to you as soon as possible if we think you’d make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.

**This site is owned and operated by Valnet Inc.**

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HardcoreGamer - Video Game Guide Writer

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Thanks your visiting Valnet's Freelance Publishing Career Page. Please review our open positions across our various sites and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Sites include: GIVEMESPORT.COM THETHINGS.COM THERICHEST.COM DUALSHOCKERS.COM

HardcoreGamer - Video Game Guide Writer

Apply for this position

Thanks your visiting Valnet's Freelance Publishing Career Page. Please review our open positions across our various sites and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.

Sites include:

GIVEMESPORT.COM
THETHINGS.COM
THERICHEST.COM
DUALSHOCKERS.COM