Dot Esports: Gaming Guides Writer

Posted Jul 30

Dot Esports, the premier destination for esports and gaming coverage online, is looking for full-time writers to join our news desk. This is a remote role but candidates should be based within the UK. (If you're based elsewhere, please check our other listings for Dot Esports that may be of interest to you.)

Interested candidates should have in-depth knowledge of at least one of the listed games or esports and must be comfortable writing guides about a variety of other gaming franchises and new releases. You may also be expected to write news articles, reviews, features, and more. This is a great opportunity to cover the games you love while working with one of the best teams in esports and gaming. Applicants should be self-starters who are eager to learn and respond well to constructive criticism. We’re a global, digital newsroom full of enthusiastic individuals!

Responsibilities:

  • Help to create guides and strategic content for your core beat
  • Work with editors to develop pitches
  • Meet deadlines for publishing stories
  • Follow trending topics through Google Trends, social media, YouTube, and streaming platforms
  • In-depth knowledge of one of the following games or esports:
  • Call of Duty
  • FIFA / EA Sports FC
  • VALORANT
  • AAA releases
  • Pokémon
  • Trading Card Games

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience in the writing industry
  • SEO knowledge
  • Someone open-minded and positive

Salary range: £25,000 to £28,000 GBP per year, depending skills, location, and experience.

Interested candidates should submit a résumé, cover letter identifying which of the above games you have experience with, and a writing sample / portfolio.