Dexerto are looking for a North American-based Gaming and Trending News Writer to work full-time, including at weekends. This is a remote position.
You should be a versatile writer who is able to source and write compelling stories about a variety of subjects, such as big gaming franchises and gaming culture – including streamers and YouTubers. Everything that Dexerto is known for.
Whilst you won’t be expected to know everything about every single esport, game or streamer, we are looking for someone who has a broad knowledge, but can also specialize in a few areas, especially Pokemon.
Experience of writing for a publication is advantageous, but this is a role in which talent is more important, so if you can demonstrate your writing skills, knowledge, and passion, we want to hear from you. See Application instructions below.
Some knowledge of SEO and social media is also desirable – as well as writing for dexerto.com, you will have to publish some of your work on Twitter and Facebook. Basic Photoshop skills are also desirable.
Requirements
- Understanding and knowledge of esports, gaming, and online culture
- A snappy and compelling writing style
- Able to write to short deadlines under pressure
- Have a keen attention to detail – can spot grammatical errors and fact check.
- Creative ability – able think of feature ideas and suggest news stories that will resonate with our audience
- Able to act independently on writing tasks
- Is confident with social media
- SEO knowledge desirable but not essential
- Own computing equipment that can run Photoshop and be able to use it competently
- Experience with content management systems is desirable
- Able to work full-time hours (40) including weekends, without other education or job commitments
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ AND DO THIS
Submit your resume with a detailed cover letter explaining how your skills and experience relate to the role. We would like to see links to your previous work if possible, as well as a 350 word news article (linked via Google Docs or similar) on a big current news story in gaming or online culture. The story must appeal to Dexerto’s audience and be written in the style of our content. We would also like one feature idea that you think would resonate with our audience. You must do these tasks or you will not be considered for the role.