Website: www.gamersguidetolife.com/
Position type: News writers, editorial writers
Compensation: Volunteer basis
Contact: linfordbutler@gamersguidetolife.com
Respected UK-based independent videogames media specialist, Gamer’s Guide to Life.com, seeks voluntary writers to join in either a newsteam or editorial capacity.
We seek enthusiastic, passionate and skilled writers to join our fast-paced, ever-changing and challenging operations.
About the roles
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Editorial positions involve a multitude of tasks relating to the substantial editorial operations of Gamer’s Guide to Life.com. As a baseline, editorial staff are expected to produce two substantial written articles per week, on subjects of their own choice, based upon their own knowledge and prior research. Articles include opinions, analysis, reactions to industry happenings, reviews, previews, features etc. Furthermore, editorial candidates may be asked to assist with producing multimedia content.
Newsteam positions involve the daily production of short but highly detailed news articles for quick, mass public consumption. Writers are expected to publish a minimum of three news articles each day, forming their news output from press releases, games news across online and print media, announcements and various other sources. Newsteam members are also expected to seek out new, exclusive information or ‘scoops’ to bring to public attention.
All members have good knowledge of what types of content drive traffic and would be of mass public interest, and are expected to assist with events coverage and other large undertakings.
What we can offer you
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> A nurturing professional environment, under the watchful expert eye of editors, in which you can hone your writing skills and establish your own unique style
> Freedom to pursue and write about subjects close to your heart, which interest you and which you care about
> A friendly and enthusiastic creative atmosphere
> An already well-respected brand from which to launch your career as a videogames journalist
> An open-door setup, in which management and staff are closely aligned and staff are invited and welcome to suggest ideas for expansion and growth of the brand, editorial direction or raise concerns and issues
> Opportunities to attend industry events and make industry contacts
> A key role in the global direction and expansion of the brand
> The chance to make an impact in the industry which you love
What we place high value upon in candidates:
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> Confidence and enthusiasm
> Ability to be a constructive team player
> Skill in the use of the English Language, particularly in British English
> Passion regarding videogames, technology and their surrounding culture
> Extensive knowledge of videogames and the industry
> Preparation to dedicate time and effort to work
> Ablity to produce quality content
> Ability to work independently
> Superb organisational skills
What we desire in candidates (but isn’t entirely necessary):
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> Basis in London, Los Angeles, San Fransisco, Boston or Tokyo
> A second language
> Knowledge of HTML, CSS and other computing languages
> Ability to attend industry events
> Knowledge of video editing and ability to handle multimedia content
> Prior experience extremely desirable
About Gamer’s Guide to Life.com
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Gamer’s Guide to Life.com is an entirely independent specialist in the videogames journalism sector, catering to a 15-35 y/o male and female demographic. We regularly attend industry events, both by invitation and through press entry, and have extremely good relations with many key industry players, brands and other sites. Founded in 2007, currently owned and managed by Senior Managing Editor, Linford Butler.
TO APPLY:
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Send an email detailing the reasons you feel you are ideal for the positions, ideally along with a full CV/résumé, and quoting the Job Reference Number ’1202-N/E-VGJJ’, to the Senior Managing Editor at: