Dot Esports, the premier destination for esports coverage online, is looking for freelance writers to join the news team.
Interested candidates should have in-depth knowledge of at least one of the listed esports and must be comfortable writing news about additional games. This is a great opportunity to cover the games and competitions you love while working with one of the best teams in esports journalism. Applicants should be self-starters who are eager to learn and respond well to constructive criticism. We’re a global, digital newsroom, and work will be remote.
Responsibilities:
- Work with editors to develop pitches
- Meet deadlines for publishing stories
- Follow trending topics through Google Trends and Twitter
- Write a minimum of 20 stories per month
- In-depth knowledge of at least one of the following esports:
- League of Legends
- Fortnite
Preferred qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience writing in the news industry
- Knowledge of SEO practices
Rates: $15 - $80 per article depending on article length.
Interested candidates should submit a résumé, cover letter, and three writing clips to be considered for the position.