Operation Sports: Freelance Racing Games Writer

Posted 22 Days Ago
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Remote
Entry level
Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
The role involves writing articles about various sports racing games, including news, features, and guides. Writers must meet deadlines, submit clean copy, and pitch ideas based on their knowledge of the racing game community.
Summary Generated by Built In

Operation Sports is a leading news and content provider focused on the sports video games industry. Founded and operated by experienced sports video games industry veterans, the site has long been considered the premier destination for the hardcore sports game. The Operation Sports team is now looking to add some more passionate sports gaming writers to the team. This is a fully remote position.

Working with Operation Sports is a great opportunity to cover your favorite sports games, from the EA FC and NBA 2K franchises through to Undisputed and College Football. Applicants should be motivated self-starters with an attention to detail.

We're looking for candidates who understand the Operation Sports brand and have expert knowledge of any of the franchises listed below. A writing sample on one of these franchises is required to be considered for the role.

  • Gran Turismo
  • F1
  • Forza Motorsport
  • NASCAR
  • DiRT
  • WRC

Responsibilities:

  • Help cover the latest new releases in the sports and racing genres with news, features, op-eds and comprehensive guides coverage
  • Update evergreen content when required
  • Submit clean copy with minimal edits
  • Meet deadlines for publishing stories
  • React to trending topics quickly
  • Pitch your own ideas based on your expert knowledge of the subject matter and understanding of the racing game community

Qualifications:

  • Fluency in English and excellent writing skills
  • Knowledge of SEO practices, WordPress, Trello, and Google Trends
  • Passionate about the racing game community

To Be Considered:

Please provide a resume, 1-3 relevant writing samples or a portfolio link (an application without a writing sample will not be considered), and a cover letter that explains your expertise in video games, telling us which games/topics you're most knowledgeable about.

Rates: $11-250 per article depending on length and content type. Rates may vary, depending on location, for international candidates.

About:

Operation Sports is a part of GAMURS Group, home to prestige gaming & entertainment outlets like Dot Esports, Destructoid, We Got This Covered, Prima Games, Siliconera, and many more. GAMURS Group owns and operates a network of publications and social media communities. Our content focuses on both in-depth guides without wasting the reader's time. We pride ourselves on the trustworthy and reliable information we publish and the communities that it helps to thrive.

The Company
Austin, TX
299 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

GAMURS Group is the leading esports media network and a growing contender in the entertainment space. We strive to inform and engage the global gaming and entertainment communities with the best content.

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