Destructoid Is Hiring Freelance Guide Writers!

Author Dalboyy 16 Nov 2024

Come write for us, as we expand

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Things have been pretty crazy in the gaming sphere as of late (take your pick!): but there’s great news to report on the Destructoid front. Our owners — the GAMURS Group — are looking to expand the site and provide us with the tools we need to grow. As a result, we have a bigger freelance budget!

If you’re not familiar with Destructoid, we cover a lot of the irreverent and offbeat video game news that a lot of other sites pass over: but we also hit the big stuff with that same irreverence and offbeat tone. We’re also one of the biggest review outlets out there and allow for a large degree of creative freedom, so there’s a lot of room to let your personality shine. Some of the most famous members of the gaming industry have written for Destructoid in its lengthy 16-year history, including Ashly Burch and James Stephanie Sterling.

We’re also looking at building out a guides program, with plenty of work for folks who play newer releases. Our rates vary along with the content, ranging from $15 to $80 depending on the length and type of story, with many posts fitting around the $25 range.

What are we looking for in a prospective freelance writer?

Someone who has experience with keeping up with new release games and live service titles
We are actively looking for people to cover Destiny, Call of Duty, and Apex Legends with authority
Familiarity with WordPress/blogging platforms
The ability to write quickly and accurately
Someone eager to learn and incorporate feedback to build their writing skills
Willingness to write at least 25 posts per month
Previous freelance/writing experience

What do we want in your application sent to [email protected]?

The subject line of your email must read: “Destructoid freelance guide writer 2023”
Describe what games you have done guide work for in the past, and what games you actively play now that you feel you could speak to with authority
A brief cover letter in the body of your email
Your resume/CV (as an attachment) or LinkedIn profile (choose one)
At least two links to samples of your writing
Links to your personal website/portfolio/blog, podcasts/videos, and/or any public social media accounts you would like to share

Please allow us ample time to respond, as we expect quite a lot of entries! Even if we don’t get back to you quickly, we will file all resumes provided to us, and we may be in contact at a later date.

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