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    Shift Author: Gaming Features - Vancouver, Canada - Screen Rant

    Screen Rant
    Screen Rant Vancouver, Canada

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Shift Author: Gaming Features & Lists Articles

    Please Note: This is a paid freelance remote position. We are currently only accepting applicants located in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

    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 articlesunder 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 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
    • 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.

    Please note that the next step involves a written evaluation. Screen Rant has a zero-tolerance policy for using artificial intelligence (AI) to produce content for the site.

    Which digital publications have you written for, if any?*

    What video games do you currently play and/or which franchises do you stay up to date with?*

    Which sites do you frequent for gaming news?*

    What is your time zone?*

    Are you currently located in the United States, the United Kingdom, or Canada?*

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