Shift Writer: Gaming Features & Lists Articles

This is a freelance remote position.

Screen Rant is the #1 entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for writers with 1–2 years of editorial experience to contribute Gaming articles under the leadership of the Gaming Lead Editor. Screen Rant operates at a rapid pace and is seeking writers who can produce high-quality articles under time constraints. The selected candidate will have tremendous career growth and internal development opportunities within the organization.

Note that this role does not involve video production, video editing, screenwriting, or writing reviews. Please visit screenrant.com and review your familiarity with our range of topics before applying. In your cover letter, make sure to tell us how your knowledge of the specific vertical you’re applying for will complement Screen Rant’s coverage. We would love to welcome you to our community of cinephiles, gamers, and geeks!

Responsibilities

Write 25 articles per week in Screen Rant's house style (following the initial training and peer mentorship period). This will include fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
Update and refresh older content as needed
Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

Requirements

A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
Knowledgable with upcoming blockbuster games and industry titans
Familiar with the latest new AAA releases
Quick learner with a strong sense of urgency
Excellent command of the English language
Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors
Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment

Applicants with experience in the following areas will be given favorable consideration:

Understanding of what it means to write "Features," "Lists," and "News" articles
Relevant experience in writing and/or editing roles (digital publications, entertainment content)
Familiarity with WordPress
Image editing
SEO
Analytics (GA)

What Screen Rant has to offer:

Fully remote — write from wherever you’d like!
Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your knowledge of and passion for gaming in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included.