Freelance Gaming Writer

The Escapist is looking for new and experienced writers to help build the site's sports games coverage, specifically with regard to EA FC and NBA 2K. This is a fully remote contract position.

The Escapist is a website dedicated to the mature discussion of media, so we're looking for awesome people who love games and want to write about them. While we're focusing heavily on building our SEO coverage right now, news and features are also a big part of The Escapist's brand, and you'd have the option to write for those sections as well.

Please make sure to read the following carefully, as incomplete applications will be rejected.

Requirements:

Excellent English language writing skills.
Eagerness to learn and incorporate feedback.
Must be a self-starter who can complete pieces in a timely manner and pitch trending ideas.
A love of EA FC and/or NBA 2K.
While this position is primarily focused on these two series, you will have the option to write on other sports games, so please let us know if you play any others!

Preferred:

If you've got any of the following, please note that in your cover letter:

Familiarity with Google Trends.
Experience writing SEO.
Weekend availability.

To Be Considered:

If you submit an application, you must submit the following, or else your application will be rejected:

A resume.
A cover letter.
At least two relevant clips.
Unpublished or self-published writing is OK!

Pay range: $15 to $75 USD per article, depending on length & type. Rates may differ for international candidates based on location.