Features Editor, GamesIndustry.biz

Ziff Davis; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media platform is seeking a Features Editor to join its UK team. The role involves writing, editing, and publishing engaging content focused on the global games industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong editorial background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for gaming. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and creativity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Time Off

Gym and Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in editorial roles, ideally in games or media.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit news stories, features, and opinion pieces.
• Source and publish interviews with industry leaders.
• Monitor industry events and pitch story ideas.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Organizational Skills

SEO

Job description

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Description

About Us:

GamesIndustry.biz is a part of IGN Entertainment. IGN Entertainment, a division of Ziff Davis, Inc., is one of the world’s largest gaming and entertainment media platforms and the go-to destination for fans to explore and celebrate games, film, TV, comics and much more. Across its 16 digital properties, IGN Entertainment reaches more than 490 million monthly users in 110 countries and engages with 85 million fans on social media. Its portfolio includes favorites such as IGN, Eurogamer, Digital Foundry, Rock Paper Shotgun, and MapGenie, delivering daily content across 46 platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and connected TV. Through its online digital store Humble Bundle, IGN Entertainment has donated over $250 million to more than 38,000 charities worldwide, underscoring its commitment to making a positive impact. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IGN Entertainment's content is localized in 20 languages. Learn more at corp.ign.com.

About Us:

GamesIndustry.biz is the leading B2B publication for the video games industry, providing essential news, interviews, analysis, and opinion to industry professionals around the world. From breaking developments in game publishing and development to coverage of business trends, career growth, and diversity in games, our mission is to inform, challenge, and connect the global games business community.

We’re looking for a sharp, organised, and passionate Features Editor to join our UK-based editorial team. You’ll play a key role in driving daily editorial output, working closely with the Editorial Director and Staff Writer to deliver timely, authoritative, and engaging features content. You’ll write, commission, edit, and publish news, features, and interviews that reflect the pulse of the global games industry, with a particular focus on the UK and European markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write and edit high-quality news stories, features, and opinion pieces with speed, accuracy, and editorial judgment
• Source, conduct, and publish interviews with developers, publishers, executives, and other industry leaders
• Collaborate with freelance writers and contributors to commission and edit content
• Monitor industry events, press releases, and market trends to pitch timely and relevant story ideas
• Ensure content adheres to our editorial standards and style, and is optimised for SEO and audience engagement
• Represent GamesIndustry.biz at events, conferences, and press briefings as needed (occasional travel may be required)
• Work closely with the Editorial Director to help shape coverage priorities and maintain editorial excellence
  
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience (2-3 years minimum) in editorial roles, ideally within games, tech, media, or B2B journalism
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a strong news sense and attention to detail
• Deep interest in – and understanding of – the games industry, including its key players, issues, and business models
• Comfortable conducting interviews with senior professionals and crafting compelling narratives from them
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced news cycle
• Self-motivated and collaborative, able to work independently while staying aligned with editorial goals
• Familiarity with content management systems, basic SEO principles, and social media platforms
  
  

Not Required, but Helpful:

• Experience working in B2B media or trade publications
• A network of industry contacts across development, publishing, and related sectors
• Multimedia experience (podcasts, video, audio editing) is a bonus
  
  

Work Environment:

• Work Schedule: Standard full-time working schedule, M-F. There is no expectation for this role to work weekends, holidays, or odd hours.
• Travel Requirements: On occasion, there may be a requirement for this role to travel to conferences or events for content coverage.
• Physical Requirements: This role involves typical office and computer-based activities, including prolonged periods of sitting or standing and frequent use of hands, fingers, and vision for tasks such as operating a computer, mouse, and keyboard. Occasional travel is required, which could include lifting and carrying materials, and navigating airports, hotels, and other venues.
• Work Model: For applicants who reside in or around London, there may be a requirement to go into our offices 2-3 days per week. For others located in different areas around the world, this position will be remote.
  
  

Our Culture and Values

At IGN, we believe diversity stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of new ideas, and enriches our personal and professional lives. We are committed to championing diversity in all that we do, weaving fairness and equity into the fabric of our organization, and achieving a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and antiracist culture where everyone belongs and everyone can thrive.

Here’s the good stuff about us…

• You’ll make an impact. We reach 490MM monthly unique users. We’re big time, but we’re not afraid to give you real opportunities to be epic and make a difference immediately.
• We’ve got a big presence, but a small team.
• We have fun. It’s all about games and games are fun. Anyone can offer a casual work environment, flexible hours, and benefits. We can offer that and a place where you can squad up with your coworkers in the arcade/game room.
• We’re passionate about what we do. IGN employees understand our users, because they are our users. We have a personal interest in providing the best possible product.
  
  

IGN Entertainment offers competitive salaries in addition to robust health and wellness focused benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life cover and income protection; a company Pension scheme, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Pregnancy and Parental leave, Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Gym and Cycle to Work Schemes as well as employee-focused engagement and education programs, including Employee Resource Groups and company-sponsored events. If you’re seeking a dynamic work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance, then IGN is the place for you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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