Freelance Gaming Writers

Freelancing; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading esports coverage platform is seeking freelance writers from anywhere in the world to join their remote news desk. Candidates must have a passion for gaming and a solid understanding of online game communities. The role involves writing a minimum of 20 stories per month on gaming news and updates. Previous experience and SEO knowledge are required, along with a portfolio of work.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience writing in the gaming industry.
• Availability during weekends.
• Portfolio or writing samples required.

Responsibilities

• Help cover news and guides around game releases and updates.
• Work with editors to develop pitches.
• Follow trending topics in gaming.
• Write a minimum of 20 stories per month.
• Understand online gaming communities.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of gaming

SEO knowledge

Strong writing ability

Self-starter

Job description

Overview

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.

Beats

• 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
• Follow trending topics through Google Trends and Twitter
• Write a minimum of 20 stories per month
• Understanding online game communities and the games themselves

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.