To note, this role is remote (worldwide) contractor based at £12.50 per hour, for an initial 18 hours per week over three days.
A little bit about us...
GGRecon is a media company with a mission to become the leading destination for gamers and die-hard gaming and esports enthusiasts through useful, credible, and entertaining content that inspires and educates fans.
We are a fun, young team looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and innovative individual to accelerate our rapid growth.
A little bit about the role...
We are looking for a News Writer, with a passion for gaming, to contribute within our news team. The role is remote contact based, working evening and weekend news shifts.
As a News Writer you will work with the News Editor & Editor-in-Chief to contribute to the content output.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for writing about and understanding the gaming industry, along with expertise in playing games from a multitude of genres. Experience writing news pieces and SEO knowledge is desired.
What you’ll be doing…
- Keeping up-to-date with the rapidly evolving landscape of gaming
- Write multiple news stories per day, as well as working with the News Editor to ensure a continuously optimised ‘best practice’ process for the news & overarching editorial team
- Update news and SEO pieces to ensure that they are relevant and high-ranking
- Pitch and research news ideas to the News Editor when none are readily available
- Accept and apply any and all feedback received by the News Editor and Editor-in-Chief
- Take screenshots and videos of games to accompany pieces
- Communicate openly and actively with both the news and overarching editorial team
- Use a multitude of different tools to ensure that we are hitting the right keywords, and covering the correct content for our audience
- Continuously look to optimise the GGRecon news presence, searching for new, innovative ways to make us unique and noticed in the industry
- Constantly analyse and dive into the analytical tools across all news content to ensure data driven consistent growth
- Understand and comply with media law and industry ethical guidelines
Must haves…
- Experience writing video game news
- Understanding of journalism fundamentals
- Basic image editing skills using Photoshop or equivalent
- A passion for gaming (and esports would be a plus)
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- High levels of energy, passion, creativity, and enthusiasm
- Flexibility with working hours, as we do require coverage over weekends and evenings
- Ability to work to assigned deadlines
- Quick learner with a strong sense of urgency
- Basic SEO writing knowledge and experience
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
GGRecon is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company, and we welcome all members of the community to apply for openings with us.