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Editorial Assistant - (Junior)

Dexerto are looking for an Editorial Assistant who can work from their home in the UK.

You will be expected to provide essential support that the Dexerto.com editorial team needs. This is a position for a talented, ambitious and passionate individual who is looking to get their first opportunity in esports.

This is a varied role that will give you the chance to grow your esports media career in many different ways. One moment you could be organising and publishing video content on JW player, the next you could be managing our image library, or even writing the odd news story for Dexerto.com.

Other tasks will include posting on the Dexerto network’s many social media platforms, researching features, and sending reports from planning meetings.

With so many different tasks to perform, we are looking for an organised person with great time management skills. You’ll be expected to use content management systems, upload videos and update our image bank, so you will need to be comfortable with technology and able to pick up new working practices quickly.

You’ll need to have good experience of using social media, either professionally or personally, while some writing experience would also be desirable.

Finally, you have a good work ethic, are able to listen to instructions, and willing to assist in any tasks you are required to do for the Dexerto team

Requirements

  • Understanding and knowledge of esports and gaming
  • Good organisation and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Great communication skills – is able to take instruction and keep various members of the team updated on progress
  • Some social media experience
  • Own computing equipment
  • Able to work full-time hours (40) without other education or job commitments
  • Some writing experience desirable, but not essential

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 examples of your previous work, if possible, and a short 350 word news story on any games or esports topic you like. You must do these tasks or you will not be considered for the role.