Destructoid is a place for passionate gamers to find engaging articles & information about their favorite franchises written by other passionate gamers. Currently, we’re looking for freelance writers to join our fully remote and international newsroom.
Working with Destructoid means writing high-quality game guides for Tabletop Gaming , with the chance to write about many games and hobbies, too. Competitive applicants will have in-depth knowledge about any of the topics listed below. They will track current news and topics within the community to contribute in-depth guides, listicles, rankings, and breaking news . We encourage writers to use their own voice when writing.
Topics we’re interested in covering, but not limited to:
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Warhammer 40,000
- LEGO
- Board Games
- Competitive Card Games
Requirements:
- Follow trending topics and stay up-to-date on all things World of Warcraft
- Must be a self starter who can confidently pitch trending ideas
- Meet deadlines for publishing stories
- Good communication habits
Preferred:
- At least 1-2 years of prior game writing experience (with Trello and WordPress training)
- Deep knowledge of video games and their related communities
- Excitement, dedication, and an ability to pivot when needed
While applying to this position, please provide us with a resume, 1-3 relevant writing samples ( an application without a writing sample will not be considered ), and a cover letter that explains your writing expertise as well as your ability to cover any of these topics as a weekly beat.
Rates: $16 to $90 per piece, depending on content type and length. Salary range may differ for international candidates, based on location.
